Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’ (Harlequin Plant) – Pond Plant

Price range: £8.60 through £27.90

Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’ (Harlequin Plant) – Marginal Pond Plant

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

Planting Position: Full sun / Part Shade

This very popular, brightly coloured plant has red, yellow and green scented leaves. The dense yellow flower spikes have 4 white bracts at the base, making them look like single white flowers.

 

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20-50

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May – September

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Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’ (Harlequin Plant) – Marginal Pond Plant

Add vibrant colour and texture to your pond with Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’, commonly known as the Harlequin Plant. With its striking foliage, this UK-grown marginal pond plant displays a brilliant mix of red, yellow, and green leaves, creating an eye-catching effect along pond edges.

In addition, it produces small, white, fragrant flowers that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing both the beauty and biodiversity of your water garden. Because it is UK-grown, it thrives in local conditions, ensuring healthy, robust growth year after year.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Plant Type: Marginal pond plant, ideal for pond edges and boggy areas

  • Foliage: Striking red, yellow, and green leaves for vibrant colour

  • Flowers: Small, fragrant white blooms that attract pollinators

  • Growth Conditions: Moist to wet soil; partial shade to full sun

  • Low-Maintenance: Regular watering during dry spells keeps it lush and vibrant

  • Wildlife-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects

  • Clump-Forming: Compact growth prevents invasive spreading and is easy to manage

Furthermore, this plant pairs beautifully with other aquatic plants, adding texture, colour, and contrast to any pond or water feature. After foliage dies back in autumn, trim just above the water surface to maintain a tidy and healthy appearance. Meanwhile, its compact clumping habit ensures it remains manageable throughout the season.

By planting Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’, you create a colourful, low-maintenance pond display that supports wildlife while enhancing your garden’s visual appeal. Order your UK-grown Harlequin Plant today to enjoy vibrant foliage and delicate fragrant flowers all season long.

 

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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