Common Names: Foamflower | Heartleaf Foamflower
Scientific Name: Tiarella cordifolia
 
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Size: Typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches, forming dense clumps.
Foliage: The leaves are heart-shaped and often have dark markings, providing visual interest.
Bloom Color: Delicate, feathery spikes of white to pinkish flowers, resembling foam.
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
 
Growing Conditions
Water Use: Moderate
Light Requirement: Part Shade to Full Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist to Well-Drained
 
Ecological Benefits
Foam Flower (Tiarella cordifolia) is a native perennial plant that offers ecological benefits in Maryland's shaded gardens and woodlands. Its delicate, foam-like spikes of white to pinkish flowers attract native pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to local biodiversity. The heart-shaped foliage adds visual interest to landscapes.
 
This plant's adaptability to part shade to full shade conditions makes it an excellent choice for shaded gardens and natural areas. By providing essential habitat and nectar resources, Foam Flower supports the health and balance of local ecosystems in Maryland, especially in shaded environments where pollinator-friendly plants can be scarce.