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Chameleon Plant
It is an extremely hardy ground cover and easy to grow but can become very invasive. They have a fresh, somewhat citrus-like scent when crushed. Houttuynia requires light shade and needs a consistently moist soil in a well-drained area. The Houttuynia ‘Chameleon Plant’, Houttuynia cordata, is one of the most popular ground covers around. Use Houttuynia ‘Chameleons’ as a ground cover, in rock gardens, with water plants or in scented gardens. Small white flowers appear from July to August, but sometimes hard to see because of its foliage. Being similar in shape to English Ivy, it features boldly variegated leaves of red, pink, white, green, and yellow with a plant height of 15”. ... additional information
Lamium - Pink Pewter The Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’, Lamium maculatum, has a beautiful display of dark green, silvery leaves with white centers. With a plant height of 6” and a spread of 12-24”, Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’ blooms from May to July. ‘Pink Pewter’ looks great among Hosta’s, Ferns, Lungworts (Pulmonaria), bulbs and wildflowers. Use Lamium in hanging baskets, in mixed containers, trailing over walls or as an edger, but spread must be controlled. ‘Pink Pewter’ will grow best in full sun, but will tolerate some afternoon shade in a moist area. |
