{"product_id":"foamflower-running-tapestry","title":"Foamflower 'Running Tapestry'","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"pd-title-head\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTiarella cordifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Running Tapestry'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade and woodland groundcover, mass plantings under trees and shrubs, woodland borders, edging shaded paths, naturalized shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e A spreading form of our native foamflower, 'Running Tapestry' carpets shaded ground with maple-shaped leaves boldly marked in burgundy, then sends up frothy spikes of white spring flowers. It runs gently by surface stolons to fill in, stays semi-evergreen in mild winters, and is reliably deer resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to Full Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Groundcover, Spreading — low rosettes spreading by runners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green with burgundy markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Running Tapestry' turns the shaded ground beneath trees into a living carpet of patterned foliage and spring bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts lobed, maple-shaped leaves are brushed with deep burgundy along the veins, holding interest all season and often lingering through mild winters. In spring, slender spikes of tiny, starry white flowers rise on wiry stems, foaming above the foliage and giving the plant its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike clumping foamflowers, this selection runs gently by surface stolons, knitting together into a soft groundcover that suppresses weeds in dry to moist shade. It is low, tidy, deer resistant, and one of the easiest natives for carpeting a woodland floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoamflower 'Running Tapestry' Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoamflower thrives in partial to full shade in humus-rich, consistently moist, well-drained soil — much like its native woodland home. It tolerates short dry spells once established but prefers steady moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater during establishment and in dry weather, and top-dress with leaf compost to mimic forest soil. Feeding is seldom needed; a light \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eslow release fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e in spring is plenty if used at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance is minimal. Tidy any tattered leaves in early spring, and let the runners spread to fill in, or trim them back to contain the patch. Divide in spring if you want more plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Size is the Foamflower 'Running Tapestry' for Sale Online?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Foamflower 'Running Tapestry' ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and is appropriately sized for its container at the time of shipment. If you have specific sizing or planting questions, please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Almanac Planting Co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Large Does Foamflower 'Running Tapestry' Grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoamflower 'Running Tapestry' stays low, about 6 to 12 inches tall in bloom, and spreads 1 to 2 feet wide or more by surface runners over time, weaving into a continuous groundcover in suitable shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are some common names for this plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is commonly called foamflower, a reference to its frothy white spring blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does 'Running Tapestry' spread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike clumping foamflowers, it spreads by surface runners (stolons) that root as they go, gradually weaving into a groundcover — ideal for carpeting shade. See more options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/groundcovers\"\u003egroundcovers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs foamflower deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, foamflower is generally deer resistant, which makes it a dependable groundcover for woodland gardens. For more options, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/deer-resistant-perennials-grasses\"\u003edeer-resistant perennials and grasses\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a true native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a nativar — a selected running form of foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia), a North American woodland native. Find more native choices in our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/native-plants\"\u003enative plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Almanac Planting Co","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon \/ Ship ASAP","offer_id":47312579264674,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9374\/6850\/files\/FoamflowerRunningTapestry.jpg?v=1780659731","url":"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/foamflower-running-tapestry","provider":"Almanac Planting Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}