Tellima grandiflora 'Forest Frost'

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Fringe Cups, Forest Frost

 
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Description

Tellima grandiflora 'Forest Frost' is a rosette forming perennial with interesting foliage and beautiful blooms. It reaches 32" tall and 12" wide.Fringed, chartreuse flowers, which fade to pink, appear in springtime. Leaves are green with a silver overlay in the summer. It resembles Heuchera. Foliage turns bronzy and quilted looking in the fall. It can grow in deep shade but needs well-drained soil to keep it dry. Prune after flowering to keep plants looking well groomed.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Green, Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Woodland

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

n/a

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.