Sugar-scoop
Tiarella trifoliata
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–12" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, ID, MT, OR and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Sugar-scoop is a low-growing woodland perennial that forms neat clumps of three-lobed leaves. It produces delicate white flower spikes in late spring through summer, creating an attractive groundcover for shaded areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Sugar-scoop takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- May appear sparse or weedy to unfamiliar viewers
- Deciduous nature leaves gaps in winter
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and beetles during its extended blooming period from May through July. This native plant provides nectar for pollinators in partially shaded garden areas where few other flowering plants thrive.
Common questions
- How much sun does Sugar-scoop need?
- Sugar-scoop grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Sugar-scoop bloom?
- Sugar-scoop blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Sugar-scoop native?
- Sugar-scoop (Tiarella trifoliata) is native to CA, ID, MT, OR and 2 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Sugar-scoop attract?
- Sugar-scoop draws bees and beetles.
- Is Sugar-scoop HOA-friendly?
- Sugar-scoop takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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