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How to grow Foamy Bells 'Red Rover'.

Green maple leaves with red veins.

Light
Part sun, shade
Water
Moderate
Zones
4–9
Size
6–8 in. foliage mound, 18–20 in. wide
Spacing
15–18 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Low mound of lobed green leaves with red-brown centers and veins

Light

Part to full shade.

Water

Water evenly; don't let it sit wet.

Planting and soil

Plant in spring or early fall with the crown at soil level.

Feeding

Compost in spring.

Pruning

Trim tattered leaves in early spring and spent flower stems after bloom.

Through the year

Flowers April to May; foliage most of the year.

If something's off

Root rot in wet soil. Heaving crowns over winter; reset them in spring.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

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Why we stock it: Unusual leaf pattern and a compact size for shady edges and pots.

That's everything we know about growing it. Thanks for reading.

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