Houttuynia cordata ‘Boo Boo’ – Marginal Pond Plant

Price range: £8.60 through £19.80

Houttuynia cordata ‘Boo Boo’ – Marginal Pond Plant

Available in 9cm, 1 litre, 3 litre and 5 litre pots (baskets)

Planting Position: Full sun / Part Shade

The colourful, scented leaves turn bright red in Autumn.  The leaves have an interestingly crinkled effect, unlike the other Houttuynia, this variety is a slightly darker in colour than Chameleon.

 

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20-50

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Medium

May – September

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Houttuynia cordata ‘Boo Boo’ – Marginal Pond Plant

Houttuynia cordata ‘Boo Boo’ is a charming UK-grown marginal pond plant known for its vibrant foliage and compact size.
Firstly, it features striking heart-shaped leaves that transition from green to red and yellow, offering year-round interest.
Moreover, this plant produces small white flowers that attract pollinators, enhancing the biodiversity of your pond or garden.
Because it’s UK-grown, Houttuynia ‘Boo Boo’ thrives in local conditions, ensuring strong growth and reliable flowering.
In addition, it prefers moist to wet soil, making it ideal for pond margins, bog gardens, or water features.
Also, it thrives in partial shade to full sun, offering flexibility for various garden placements.
Although low-maintenance, regular watering during dry periods ensures the plant remains lush and vibrant throughout the growing season.
To keep it tidy, trim dead foliage and spent flowers in autumn, encouraging fresh growth in spring.
Furthermore, this plant supports pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, promoting a healthy garden ecosystem.
Equally important, it grows in manageable clumps, making it easy to control and prevent unwanted spreading.
Notably, it pairs well with other aquatic plants, adding unique colour and texture to your pond.
Order your UK-grown Houttuynia cordata ‘Boo Boo’ today and enhance your pond with vibrant foliage and charming blooms!

Little maintenance is required.

Trim just above the water surface after foliage has died back in the Autumn to tidy.

 

Weight 101.0 g
Basket Size

9cm (pack of 3), 1 litre basket, 1 litre (pack of 3), 3 litre basket, 5 litre basket

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