
Tiarella 'Spring Symphony'
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Tiarella 'Spring Symphony': Lush Notes, Lasting Harmony
Densely mounded and delightfully detailed, Tiarella 'Spring Symphony' brings refined structure and springtime sparkle to shaded gardens. Spires of pale pink, starry flowers emerge in mid-spring above deeply lobed, rich green foliage etched with dramatic burgundy veins. Its compact habit and reliable performance make it a top choice for edging, containers, and woodland plantings. With season-long foliage appeal and pollinator-friendly blooms, it offers a long-playing presence in the part-shade garden.
Plant Characteristics:
- Height: 20–30 cm
- Spread: 30–40 cm
- Flower Colour: Pale pink
- Flowering Period: Mid to late spring
- Foliage: Deeply lobed green leaves with bold burgundy veining; semi-evergreen
- Sunlight Requirements: Part shade to full shade
- Soil Requirements: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
Uses and Benefits: 'Spring Symphony' excels in mass plantings, shaded pathways, and container designs where reliable foliage and spring bloom are appreciated. Its mounded shape and slow-spreading habit make it ideal for creating tidy groundcover with layered texture and early-season pollinator support. The foliage remains attractive into fall, blending beautifully with ferns, grasses, and broad-leaved shade companions.
Companion Plants: Combine Tiarella 'Spring Symphony' with the pure white, double blooms of Helleborus 'Wedding Bells', the bright golden variegation of Acorus 'Oborozuki', and the silvery upright fronds of Athyrium 'Ghost' for a luminous, shade-loving combination rich in texture and gentle seasonal contrast.
Care Instructions: Plant in part to full shade in moist, organically rich soil. Water regularly, especially in the first growing season and during dry spells. Trim spent flower spikes after bloom, and remove any tired foliage in early spring. Divide every few years to maintain density and vigour.
History: Bred for its compact form and richly marked foliage, 'Spring Symphony' is a hybrid foamflower that combines ornamental durability with garden grace. Its dependable bloom and striking leaf detail make it a standout among shade perennials.
Final Thoughts: Elegant and finely tuned, Tiarella 'Spring Symphony' is a harmonious addition to the shade garden—bringing rhythm, colour, and soft structure to the quiet corners of spring.