The Chameleon Houttuynia Cordata is a stunning addition to any water garden, featuring vibrant leaves in shades of red, yellow, and green. This hardy marginal plant blooms with beautiful yellow and white flowers, making it an eye-catching choice for the borders of your pond or on shallow planting shelves.
These top pond plants for shallow water thrive in waterlogged soil but should be positioned no deeper than four inches below the water level. They are also adaptable enough to flourish outside of the water, provided their soil remains moist. Here are some Houttuynia Cordata care tips to ensure your plant stays healthy:
- Trim back after the foliage dies in autumn.
- Repot smaller plants into larger mesh baskets for optimal growth.
- For larger plants, place them at the recommended depth without needing to remove the mesh basket.
This popular plant thrives in both full sun and partial shade, flowering from May to September, and can reach heights of 20cm to 50cm. With minimal maintenance required, it’s one of the best marginal plants for ponds.
Tyler Nelson (verified owner) –
I purchased the Chameleon Houttuynia Cordata for my pond, and it has transformed the look of my water garden! The colors are stunning.
Jeanne Jenkins (verified owner) –
This plant is perfect for shallow areas and adds such vibrancy. I love the unique scent of the leaves too!
Pamela Thomas (verified owner) –
Great service and a beautiful plant. The Houttuynia Cordata arrived healthy and ready to thrive in my pond.