Tiarella wherryi

Tiarella wherryi

Native to:
United States | AL, GA, KY, MS, TN

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Saxifragaceae
Genus:
Tiarella
Species:
Tiarella wherryi

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fall Color:
red, orange

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days; sow in fall or after stratification.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Requires light / surface sow (fine seed).

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society