Tiarella

Tiarella is another group of wonderful native plants.  They are usually divided in two groups: the clump formers and the stoloniferous forms.  All Tiarella are spring bloomers.  They prefer a moist soil high in organic material and a location in the shade.

The stoloniferous form is Tiarella cordifolia or Allegheny Foamflower, which is native to eastern North America. Tiarella cordifolia will form a nice groundcover provided sufficient shade and moisture are provided.  The plants do not like to have wet feet in the winter.  The evergreen foliage often has some burgundy coloration along the veins, which is more noticeable in spring and fall.  The foliage is very similar to Heuchera americana.

The clump forming Tiarella is Tiarella cordifolia var. collina also known as Tiarella wherryi.  These plants tend to form clumps rather than spread by stolons.  They are also usually a little taller than the stoloniferous varieties.

The varieties of tiarella that we are offering this year are as follows.