Foamflower

Tiarella cordifolia
Yes Phase 1 Β· Anchors & quick wins Perennials & Groundcover
β˜€ Light
Shade to part shade
πŸ’§ Water
Moist
πŸ“ Mature size
6–12 in
🌸 Bloom / interest
White-pink foamy spikes, April–May
πŸƒ Foliage
Semi-evergreen
🌎 Native
Yes
🦌 Deer
Resistant
πŸ›’ How many
Drifts β€” 12+

Why we want it

A native groundcover that both carpets and blooms, with handsome lobed leaves. Knits the bed together at ground level.

Where it goes in our yard

Between shrubs and along path edges as a flowering carpet.

Planting & care

Spreads by runners into a soft mat in moist shade. Easy.

What to buy

Straight species, or selections with patterned leaves.

Sourcing

Native-plant nurseries and garden centers.

Read more at NC State Extension β†’