Houttuynia 'Chameleon'

The Chameleon plant is not often seen in Pacific NW gardens, but will immediately catch one's eye with its pink, green, and cream colored foliage. Depending upon the exposure and growing conditions, Houttuynia (pronounced hoot-TINY-ya) can grow anywhere from six to 18 inches tall, and if not contained, will spread indefinitely. Need to fill in a parking strip? Consider using the Chameleon Plant. It does die down in the winter, but will come back vigorously in the spring. Consider planting houttuynia in pots and sinking them along pond edges; they handle standing water with ease. Sun will bring out the best coloring in the Chameleon Plant, but it will tolerate shady locations.

Common Name: Chameleon Plant

Plant Type: Perennial

Mature Size: 6" - 12" tall, spreads indefinitely if not contained

Growth Rate: Fast

Cold Hardiness: -10°

Light:

• Morning Sun
• Afternoon Shade
• Dappled Sun

Foliage Color:

Bloom Color: Inconspicious

Bloom Time:

• Spring

Structure: Ground cover

Characteristics:

• Container Lover
• Hanging Basket Lover
• Wet-area tolerant

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

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