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Tiarella 'Cygnet'

Also Known As

  • Cygnet Foamflowers

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Tiarella 'Cygnet' plant details

Tiarella 'Cygnet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tiarella 'Cygnet'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: saxifragaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tiarella 'Cygnet'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like a young swan this 12-18"mounder has long gracefully arching leaves which open beige ; change to green-purple; its multitude of foamy white flowers resemble a downy head... a changeling for all seasons! Sun-PSh/Med PPatent11051

Gardening facts about Tiarella 'Cygnet' plant

How to Grow Tiarella 'Cygnet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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