Tiarella, Genus, cordifolia, Species, 'Brandywine', Cultivar,
- Genus & species
- Cultivar
brandywine foamflower
Garden selection; species native to eastern North America
Overview
Tiarella cordifolia 'Brandywine' is a foamflower selected for the most intense dark vein patterning, growing 6–10 inches (15–25 cm) tall and spreading to 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) by stolons. Green heart-shaped lobed leaves display prominent dark burgundy-red central veins and radiating markings that create a bold painted pattern — more vivid and contrasting than the standard species. White to very pale pink frothy bottlebrush flower spikes in April and May. In fall, the entire leaf turns deep burgundy-red. The stolon-spreading habit creates a patterned ground cover colony. Same cultural needs as the species: moist, humus-rich, acidic shade. Deer avoid the foliage.
Native Range
The species Tiarella cordifolia is native to eastern North America. 'Brandywine' is a garden selection for intense dark vein patterning.Suggested Uses
Used as a patterned shade ground cover, in woodland gardens, and containers. The most vivid vein patterning makes this the showiest foamflower for foliage interest.How to Identify
Appearance
Size & Dimensions
Height6" - 10"
Width/Spread1' - 2'
Bloom Information
Flowering in April and May, approximately 4 weeks. White frothy spikes. The patterned foliage is the year-round display.
Detailed Descriptions
Flower Description
White to very pale pink, in frothy bottlebrush spikesFoliage Description
Green with prominent dark burgundy-red central veins and markings; burgundy-red fall colorGrowing Conditions
Sun Requirements
Requires 2-4 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Full Sun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight
• Partial Shade: 3-6 hours of direct sunlight
• Full Shade: Less than 3 hours of direct sunlight
Care & Maintenance
Care Guide
Plant in partial to full shade. Moist, humus-rich, acidic soil. Keep moist. Spreads by stolons.Pruning
Remove spent flower spikes. Clean up in early spring.Pruning Schedule
Prune: March
early spring
Container Growing
Suitable for container growing
Minimum container size: 3 gallons
