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Pruning guide · Perennial
Foamflower: when and how to prune
Tiarella cordifolia
Foamflower is best pruned in March and June.
| Pruning months | March and June |
|---|---|
| Flowering | April–June |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Foamflower: when to prune it?
Foamflower is hardly pruned. Remove damaged leaves in March and cut off the faded spikes in June.
Foamflower: how to prune it?
- In March, cut or pull off withered and damaged leaves; leave the healthy evergreen foliage.
- In June, cut faded flower stems back to the leaves.
- If the runners creep too far, cut them off and use the young plantlets elsewhere.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and June. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Foamflower flowers in April–June, when it attracts bees.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Foamflower · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.