Fingerpaint Foamflower

Fingerpaint Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia 'Fingerpaint')

Fingerpaint Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia 'Fingerpaint') is a vibrant, shade-loving perennial known for its striking foliage and airy white flower spikes. This compact variety is an excellent ground cover for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized areas, offering season-long texture and color.

Distinctive Features

'Fingerpaint' features deeply lobed, bright green leaves with striking burgundy markings that resemble brushstrokes along the leaf veins. This bold foliage remains semi-evergreen in mild climates, transitioning to bronze hues in fall. In mid to late spring, soft white flower spikes emerge, adding a delicate, frothy texture to the garden. This variety reaches 10 to 12 inches tall and spreads up to 18 inches, making it a versatile and visually appealing shade perennial.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
• Water: Requires consistent moisture; does not tolerate drought.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it widely adaptable.

Ideal Uses

• Shade Gardens: Adds bold foliage contrast in low-light areas.
• Ground Cover: Forms a dense, weed-suppressing carpet.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies with early-season blooms.
• Border Plantings: Adds interest along shaded garden edges.
• Container Gardens: Performs well in mixed shade containers.

Low Maintenance Care

Fingerpaint Foamflower is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal care.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
• Pruning: Trim spent flower stems to maintain a tidy appearance.
• Fertilizing: Benefits from organic mulch or compost in spring.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Resistant to deer and most pests.
• Winter Care: Semi-evergreen in mild climates; apply mulch in colder regions for protection.

Why Choose Fingerpaint Foamflower?

Fingerpaint Foamflower is an eye-catching variety that combines bold foliage, delicate blooms, and excellent adaptability to shaded gardens.

• Unique Burgundy-Streaked Leaves: Offers season-long contrast.
• Soft White Flower Spikes: Provides an elegant spring display.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports beneficial insects.
• Thrives in Shade: Perfect for woodland and shaded spaces.
• Low Maintenance: Requires little attention once established.

For a striking and easy-to-grow shade perennial, Fingerpaint Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia 'Fingerpaint') is an excellent choice.