Houttuynia

Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion'

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Overview

Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon' is a vibrant, low-growing perennial featuring heart-shaped leaves splashed with hues of red, pink, yellow, and green. Thriving in USDA zones 4-8, it flourishes in moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, reaching a height and spread of 6-12 inches. Noted for its rapid growth, it adds a colorful groundcover or water garden accent but can be invasive, so containment is advised. Fragrant white flowers appear in summer.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–11

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — low-growing perennial featuring heart-shaped leaves splashed with hues of red

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — low-growing perennial featuring heart-shaped leaves splashed with hues of red

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Noted for its rapid growth

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — it adds a colorful groundcover or water garden accent but can be invasive

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — reaching a height and spread of 6-12 inches

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — so containment is advised

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Saururaceae

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Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — well-drained soil and partial to full shade

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — low-growing perennial featuring heart-shaped leaves splashed with hues of red

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Noted for its rapid growth

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — it adds a colorful groundcover or water garden accent but can be invasive

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — reaching a height and spread of 6-12 inches

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — so containment is advised

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — commonly known as Chameleon Plant

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Fragrant white flowers appear in summer

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — The Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon'

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — It is known for its heart-shaped leaves

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — which display an artistic mosaic of green

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — is a vibrant and versatile groundcover that can add a burst of color to any landscape design

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — This vivacious plant can reach a height of 6 to 12 inches and spreads to about 18 to 24 inches

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — preferring moist to wet soil conditions

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — reminiscent of a painter's palette

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — making it an ideal choice for water gardens

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — keep in perspective its invasive nature and plant with care

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — although its colors are most vivid in full sun - as long as its soil moisture needs are met

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — In the late spring to early summer

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Its aromatic foliage can be quite aggressive in growth

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Regular maintenance may include trimming back runners to prevent unwanted spread

Houttuynia (Houttuynia Cordata 'Chamelion') — Its bold foliage pairs well with more subdued shade-loving plants

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