Chameleon plant (Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon') hoo-TY-nee-ah kor-DAY-tah Chameleon plant lives up to its name, with red and yellow variegated heart-shaped green leaves. Its scrambling growth habit may overwhelm its neighboring plants, so grow chameleon plant in a window box or a hanging basket, where its growth can more easily be controlled. -Debra Lee Baldwin, Regional Picks: Southern California, Fine Gardening issue #127 Care:  Plant in moist, rich, well-drained soil. Propagation:  By division.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread Over 30 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Fast Grower, Invasive/Aggressive Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium to Wet Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Foliage Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer Flower Color White Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage, Variegated Foliage Uses Container, Water Garden, Naturalizing Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials