Houttuynia cord. 'Chameleon' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Heart-leaved houttuynia 'Chameleon' (Houttuynia cordata) is a creeping, rhizome-forming perennial with decorative, heart-shaped, multi-coloured leaves. It bears white flowers from June to July. In a sunny to semi-shady location with humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm and is approx. 60 cm wide. The Heart-leaved houttuynia 'Chameleon' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage

leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Heart-leaved houttuynia 'Chameleon's are multicoloured, heart-shaped.

Frost hardiness
The Heart-leaved houttuynia 'Chameleon' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Creeping, rhizome-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon' forms white flowers from June. These grow to about 2 - 5 cm in size.

Use
Pond edge, stream course, ground cover, small/front garden