Sylvan Lace Foamflower
Sylvan Lace Foamflower (Tiarella 'Sylvan Lace')
Sylvan Lace Foamflower (Tiarella 'Sylvan Lace') is a beautifully textured, shade-loving perennial known for its intricate, lacy foliage and elegant white flower spikes. This variety is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and mass plantings, providing year-round interest with its striking foliage and delicate blooms.
Distinctive Features
'Sylvan Lace' features deeply dissected, maple-like green leaves with rich burgundy central markings. The foliage remains attractive throughout the season, taking on bronze to reddish tones in cooler weather. In spring, airy spikes of white, star-like flowers emerge, creating a frothy, elegant effect that enhances any shaded garden space. Growing 8 to 12 inches tall and spreading up to 18 inches, this variety forms a dense, low-growing mat that is ideal for ground cover.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
- Water: Requires consistent moisture but does not tolerate prolonged drought.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it widely adaptable.
Ideal Uses
- Shade Gardens: Thrives in woodland and low-light settings.
- Ground Cover: Spreads efficiently to form a dense mat.
- Pollinator Gardens: Provides an early-season nectar source.
- Border Plantings: Adds fine-textured foliage contrast.
- Container Gardens: Performs well in shaded mixed planters.
Low Maintenance Care
Sylvan Lace Foamflower is a resilient, low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
- Pruning: Trim spent flower spikes to encourage fresh growth.
- Fertilizing: Benefits from organic mulch or compost in spring.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Naturally deer and rabbit resistant.
- Winter Care: Semi-evergreen in mild climates; mulch in colder regions for protection.
Why Choose Sylvan Lace Foamflower?
Sylvan Lace Foamflower is a refined, shade-loving perennial that offers bold foliage, delicate blooms, and excellent adaptability.
- Intricate, Burgundy-Streaked Foliage: Provides season-long interest.
- Elegant White Flower Spikes: Creates a striking spring display.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports beneficial insects.
- Thrives in Shade: Ideal for woodland and shaded gardens.
- Low Maintenance: Requires little attention once established.
For a refined and easy-to-grow shade perennial, Sylvan Lace Foamflower (Tiarella 'Sylvan Lace') is an outstanding choice.
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