Tiarella cordifolia 'Sugar and Spice'
Compact evergreen perennial with strikingly marked foliage and lightly fragrant white-pink flowers in spring; ideal for shaded areas and attractive to pollinators.
Tiarella cordifolia 'Sugar and Spice', commonly known as foamflower, is a compact, evergreen perennial ideal for shaded gardens. It forms a dense clump of glossy, deeply lobed leaves adorned with striking dark purple to chestnut-brown central markings. In spring, from April to May, slender flower spikes emerge, bearing lightly fragrant, star-shaped flowers that are white with a hint of pink .
Reaching a height of approximately 20 to 35 cm and a spread of 30 to 40 cm, 'Sugar and Spice' thrives in partial to full shade on humus-rich, moist but well-drained soils. Consistent moisture is important, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogged conditions in winter to prevent root rot . Hardy to -20°C (zone 4), this plant requires minimal maintenance; removing spent flowers and old foliage in spring promotes healthy growth.
Ecologically, 'Sugar and Spice' is beneficial: its flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the dense foliage provides shelter for small wildlife. The plant is also resistant to deer and rabbits . It's an excellent groundcover under shrubs, in shaded borders, or as an ornamental addition to woodland gardens.
Tiarella cordifolia 'Sugar and Spice', commonly known as foamflower, is a compact, evergreen perennial ideal for shaded gardens. It forms a dense clump of glossy, deeply lobed leaves adorned with striking dark purple to chestnut-brown central markings. In spring, from April to May, slender flower spikes emerge, bearing lightly fragrant, star-shaped flowers that are white with a hint of pink .
Reaching a height of approximately 20 to 35 cm and a spread of 30 to 40 cm, 'Sugar and Spice' thrives in partial to full shade on humus-rich, moist but well-drained soils. Consistent moisture is important, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogged conditions in winter to prevent root rot . Hardy to -20°C (zone 4), this plant requires minimal maintenance; removing spent flowers and old foliage in spring promotes healthy growth.
Ecologically, 'Sugar and Spice' is beneficial: its flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the dense foliage provides shelter for small wildlife. The plant is also resistant to deer and rabbits . It's an excellent groundcover under shrubs, in shaded borders, or as an ornamental addition to woodland gardens.
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