Tiarella 'Pink Brushes'
USPP #13,329, COPF
"Foam Flower"

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BENEFITS
A new hybrid bred for its extended flowering period. 'Pink Brushes' is very cold-tolerant. It will thrive in light shade, even in relatively dry settings, and also makes a fine container plant.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
In May, 'Pink Brushes' produces clusters of delicate pink blooms that gradually change to white, over basal clumps of deeply lobed leaves. In spring, the foliage is a fresh, shiny green with distinctive maroon venation, creating an unusual "quilted" appearance. Foliage color deepens through the season until fall, when the entire plant becomes a gorgeous medley of autumn hues, bronze and dark greens edged in bright red.

LOCATION
Partial to full shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8; AHS Heat Zones 8 to 4. See our Growing Zones page to reference growing zones in your area.

USE
This compact, low growing plant is well suited for the foreground of a shade garden. A fine companion for Hellebores, Iris, Woodland Phlox (Phlox divaricata), Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata) and Ferns. Unlike other varieties originating in the mild Pacific Northwest, this plant can handle harsh winters, dry summer shade - whatever the weather dishes out.

SIZE
Expect flower spikes of 12" to 14" over 8" clumps of foliage, spreading to 18" in two years. Plant 3 to 4 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Grows best in well-drained, loamy soil. It is a relatively care-free plant. Deadheading, or removing spent flower heads, is necessary only for aesthetic reasons. Also see our General Planting Tips for more information.

Meet the Breeder
'Pink Brushes' comes from the hybridizing work of Charles Oliver in Scottdale, Pa., using two distinct species with different bloom times.

The genus Tiarella is a group of five species, most of which are North American natives. The genus name is Greek for "small crown," the shape of the seed pod that forms after flowering. Native Americans used tea made from Tiarella leaves as an astringent and to treat eye problems.