Day Of The Dahlia

Dahlia 'Harlequin'

Dahlia

Type Perennial

Hardy range 8A to 11

Height 8" to 24" / 20cm to 60cm

Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Orange and yellow

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in dry to moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes North of zone 8 tubers must be lifted and stored during the winter. When dividing the tuber a piece of the old stem must be attached to the tuber.

Dahlia 'Paratola Sunrise'

Dahlia

Type Annual

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Orange and yellow

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green


Culture Notes The height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

Dahlia 'Red Riding Hood'

Dahlia

Type Annual

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Red

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.


Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture NotesThe height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

Dahlia 'Border Princess'

Dahlia

Type Perennial

Hardy range 9A to 11

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green


Culture NotesThe height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

Dahlia 'Elise Huston'

Dahlia

Type Annual

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Pink

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture NotesThe height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

Dahlia 'Ferncliff Flamingo'

Dahlia

Type Annual

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Pink

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture NotesThe height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

Dahlia 'Bishop of Llandaff'

Dahlia

Type Perennial

Hardy range 9A to 11

Height 12" to 6' / 30cm to 1.80m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Red

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes The height of this plant ranges from 1 foot for dwarf species to over 6 feet for the giants. Consult your nursery for the specifics. Dahlias have long bloom periods if spent blooms are removed regularly.

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Perennial Of The Day

Erythronium tuolumnense

Pagoda Lily, Dog's Tooth Violet

Type Perennial

Hardy range 4A to 9A

Height 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm

Spread 8" to 10" / 20cm to 25cm

Growth rate Average

Form Irregular or sprawling

Exposure Full shade to partial sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Spring

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green and variegated

This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture NotesThis bulb prefers a fertile loamy soil, with leaf mulch and a shady cool position. The bulb should not be disturbed after established .

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Perennial Of The Day

Arenaria montana

Mountain Sandwort

Type Perennial

Hardy range 4A to 7A

Height 8" to 10" / 20cm to 25cm

Growth rate Average

Form Spreading or horizontal

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color White

Bloom Time Summer

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes Keep sandwort well watered during its growing season and only moist during the winter.

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Deciduous Shrubs Of The Day

Rhus typhina syn. Rhus hirta 'Lanciniata'

Staghorn Sumac, Velvet Sumac

Type Tree, woody plant

Hardy range 4A to 8B

Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m

Spread 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m

Growth rate Average

Form Oval and upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Spring

The flowers are showy.

EnvironmentThis plant tolerates drought and salt well.
This plant will grow in very dry soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to alkaline (less than 6.8 to more than 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green
Fall Color Orange, red and yellow

This plant has attractive fall colors.

Culture NotesPlace Sumac in a prominent location in the landscape in the full sun. It is a nice shrub for planting in a low ground cover to display the interesting trunk and branch arrangement. The fine-textured foliage, showy flower display and bright fall color combine to make it suitable for increased usage.
Sumac should be grown on well-drained soil, acidic or alkaline. This shrub is often found on limestone or clay soils with a high soil pH in its native habitat, but it also grows on acidic soil. It tolerates high soil salt concentrations originating from de-icing salt applications better than many other plants. It would be well suited for inclusion in a low maintenance landscape where plants receive little if any irrigation. Too much irrigation and fertilization can lead to plant decline. Stems are covered with a fuzzy pubescence. Plants serve as butterfly nectar sources. This cultivar has a beautiful lacy appearance.

Planting and establishing shrubsThe most common cause of young plant failure is planting too deep. Plant the root ball no deeper than it was in the nursery. In most instances, the root flare zone (point where the top-most root in the root ball originates from the trunk) should be located just above the landscape soil surface. Sometimes plants come from the nursery with soil over the root flare. If there is soil over this area, scrape it off. The planting hole should be at least twice the width of the root ball, preferably wider. In all but exceptional circumstances where the soil is very poor, there is no need to incorporate anything into the backfill soil except the loosened soil that came out of the planting hole. Never place ANY soil over the root ball. If a row or grouping of plants is to be installed, excavating or loosening the soil in the entire bed and incorporating organic matter enhances root growth and establishment rate.

Weed suppression during establishment is essential. Apply a 3-inch thick layer of mulch around the plant to help control weed growth. Keep it at least 10 inches from the trunk. If you apply it over the root ball, apply only a one or two inch layer. This allows rainwater and air to easily enter the root ball and keeps the trunk dry. Placing mulch against the trunk or applying too thick a layer above the root ball can kill the plant by oxygen starvation, death of bark, stem and root diseases, prevention of hardening off for winter, vole and other rodent damage to the trunk, keeping soil too wet, or repelling water. Regular irrigation through the first growing season after planting encourages rapid root growth, which is essential for quick plant establishment.

Hydrangea macrophylla syn. Hydrangea hortensis; Hydrangea opuloides 'Blue Wave'

Bigleaf Hydrangea, Florist's Hydrangea

Type Shrub, woody plant

Hardy range 5B to 9A

Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m

Spread 6' to 8' / 1.80m to 2.40m

Growth rate Average

Form Rounded

Exposure Full shade to partial sun

Persistence

Bloom Color Blue, lavender and purple
Bloom Time Spring and Summer

The flowers are very showy.Deciduous

EnvironmentThis plant tolerates some drought, occasional wetness and some salt.
This plant will grow in dry to occasionally wet soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to slightly alkaline (less than 6.8 to 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green
Fall Color No change in fall color

Culture NotesSince the deciduous Bigleaf Hydrangea blooms on large buds formed on previous season's growth, any pruning should be done immediately after flowering. Cultivars are available in shades or pink, white and blue. Long popular as a florist's plant, Bigleaf Hydrangea performs well in moist, rich garden soil in partial sun to fairly deep shade, where it can grow 4 to 8 feet tall. Be sure that tree roots are not competing with the roots, since this will slow growth dramatically. Flowers are bluish in acid soil, pink in neutral. Pollen can cause slight allergy symptoms.

Rosa roxburghii

Chestnut Rose, Chinquapin Rose

Type Shrub, woody plant

Hardy range 5A to 8A

Height 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m

Spread 4' to 8' / 1.20m to 2.40m

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect and weeping

Exposure Full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Pink

Bloom Time Summer

The flowers are fragrant, very showy and suitable for cut flowers.

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to slightly alkaline (less than 6.8 to 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green
Fall Color No change in fall color

Culture Notes This is a beautiful, but rarely grown, rose. Place in the open in a well-drained soil where they receive plenty of sun light. Plant roses far enough apart so you can prune and treat for insect and disease problems adequately. If you can choose a spot with a soil pH around 6.5 this is ideal.

A 2-3 inch deep cover of mulch is needed to keep the soil cool in the summer, retain moisture and keep the plant warm in the winter months. Plant in full or partial sun, morning sun is best. Soil should be rich in organic material such as peat moss, rotted manure, leaf mold or compost. Allow adequate spacing between plants for better air circulation and to lessen the spread of disease. Do not plant near tree roots as they can deprive the plant of necessary moisture and nutrients. This plant is considered mostly allergy free and causes little or no allergy problems in most people.

Planting and establishing shrubsThe most common cause of young plant failure is planting too deep. Plant the root ball no deeper than it was in the nursery. In most instances, the root flare zone (point where the top-most root in the root ball originates from the trunk) should be located just above the landscape soil surface. Sometimes plants come from the nursery with soil over the root flare. If there is soil over this area, scrape it off. The planting hole should be at least twice the width of the root ball, preferably wider. In all but exceptional circumstances where the soil is very poor, there is no need to incorporate anything into the backfill soil except the loosened soil that came out of the planting hole. Never place ANY soil over the root ball. If a row or grouping of plants is to be installed, excavating or loosening the soil in the entire bed and incorporating organic matter enhances root growth and establishment rate.

Weed suppression during establishment is essential. Apply a 3-inch thick layer of mulch around the plant to help control weed growth. Keep it at least 10 inches from the trunk. If you apply it over the root ball, apply only a one or two inch layer. This allows rainwater and air to easily enter the root ball and keeps the trunk dry. Placing mulch against the trunk or applying too thick a layer above the root ball can kill the plant by oxygen starvation, death of bark, stem and root diseases, prevention of hardening off for winter, vole and other rodent damage to the trunk, keeping soil too wet, or repelling water. Regular irrigation through the first growing season after planting encourages rapid root growth, which is essential for quick plant establishment.

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Perennial Of The Day

Alcea x 'Summer Memories'

Hollyhock

Type Biennial, perennial

Hardy range 2A to 8A

Height 5' to 6' / 1.60m to 1.80m

Spread 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Full sun

Bloom Color Orange, pink, purple, salmon and yellow

Bloom Time Summer

The flowers are showy, suitable for cut flowers and suitable for dried flowers.

Environment This plant tolerates some drought and some salt.
This plant will grow in dry to moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to neutral (less than 6.8 to 7.2) soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes This tall plant will need staking if not planted next to a fence or a wall. Remember that cultivars will not come true from seed. This plant is usually grown as a stately biennial, but can be grown as a short-lived perennial if, after flowering, it is cut to 6in/15cm above the ground. Burn the remains. 'Summer Memories' comes in mixed colors and has medium green foliage.

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Deciduous Tree Of The Day

Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii'

Red Horsechestnut, Ruby Red Horsechestnut

Type Tree, woody plant

Hardy range 5A to 7A

Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m

Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m

Growth rate Slow

Form Pyramidal and rounded

Exposure Full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Pink and red

Bloom Time Spring

The flowers are very showy.

Environment This plant tolerates some drought, occasional wetness and some salt.
This plant will grow in dry to occasionally wet soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to slightly alkaline (less than 6.8 to 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green
Fall Color No change in fall color

Culture Notes This cultivar is fruitless so it makes no mess in the landscape. Red Horsechestnut will grow in full sun or light shade and prefers moist, well-drained, acid soils but grows in slightly alkaline soil. Plants are moderately tolerant to drought, wind, and salt and resist the heat of the south very well. It holds up well in urban areas, even in restricted and compacted soil spaces. Red Horsechestnut appears to be less susceptible to disease than either of the parents, A. hippocastanum and A. pavia. Trunk bark may crack when exposed to the direct sun so keep it shaded as much as possible by leaving lower branches on small trees and don't over-prune the tree, exposing the trunk suddenly to direct sun. Plants flower on previous season's wood.

Leaves drop in drought in summer but plants usually suffer no permanent. Be certain to locate the tree 4 to 6 feet away from walks and patios to prevent roots from damaging the hard surfaces.

Wood is considered diffuse porous meaning that there is little difference in size of pores between spring and summer wood. Members of the Aesculus genus are considered poor compartmentalizers of decay. This means decay can develop and spread quickly following mechanical injury from construction activities near the tree, vandalism, or improper pruning cuts. Pollen from this male plant can cause significant allergy problems for some people.

Maintain adequate mulch areaClear all turf away from beneath the branches and mulch to the drip line, especially on young trees, to reduce competition with turf and weeds. This will allow roots to become well established and keep plants healthier. Prune the tree so trunks and branches will not rub each other. Remove some secondary branches on main branches with included bark. This reduces the likelihood of the main branch splitting from the tree later when it has grown to become an important part of the landscape. Locate the tree properly, taking into account the ultimate size, since the tree looks best if it is not pruned to control size. The tree can enhance any landscape with its delightful spring flush of foliage. It can be the centerpiece of your landscape if properly located.

Tree establishment specificationsChoose good quality trees for planting. The most common cause of young tree failure is planting too deep. In most instances, the point where the top-most root in the root ball originates from the trunk (referred to as the root flare zone or root collar) should be located just above the soil surface. You may have to dig into the root ball to find the root flare. If there is nursery soil over this area, scrape it off. Never place ANY soil over the root ball. The planting hole should be at least twice the width of the root ball, preferably wider because roots grow best in loose soil. In all but exceptional circumstances where the soil is very poor, extensive research clearly shows that there is no need to incorporate any amendments into the backfill soil. Simply use the loosened soil that came out of the planting hole. Simply planting with the topmost portion of the root ball slightly higher than the surrounding soil might still install the tree too deep - be sure to locate the root flare.
Weed suppression during establishment is essential. Apply a 3-inch thick layer of mulch to at least a six-foot diameter circle around the tree. This area should be at least two feet in diameter for each inch of tree trunk diameter and maintained during the establishment period. Apply a thinner layer of mulch directly over the root ball but keep it at least 10 inches from the trunk. This allows rainwater, irrigation and air to easily enter the root ball and keeps the trunk dry. Placing mulch against the trunk and applying too thick a layer above the root ball can kill the plant by oxygen starvation, death of bark, stem and root diseases, prevention of hardening off for winter, vole and other rodent damage to the trunk, keeping soil too wet, or repelling water.
Regular irrigation after planting encourages rapid root growth that is essential for tree establishment. Trees provided with regular irrigation through the first growing season after transplanting require about 3 months (hardiness zones 9-11), 6 months (hardiness zones 7-8), or one year or more (hardiness zones 2-6) per inch of trunk diameter to fully establish roots in the landscape soil. Trees in desert climates may take longer to establish. Trees that are under-irrigated during this establishment period (and most trees are) often require additional time to establish because roots grow more slowly. Be prepared to irrigate through the entire establishment period, especially during periods of drought.

Irrigation also helps maintain and encourage the desirable dominant leader in the tree canopy on large-maturing trees. Instead of a dominant leader, trees that are under-irrigated during the establishment period often develop undesirable, low, co-dominant stems and double leaders that can split from the tree later.
Unlike established plants, which do best with deep, infrequent irrigation, research clearly shows that recently transplanted trees and shrubs establish quickest with light, frequent irrigation. For trees planted in spring or summer, provide one (cooler hardiness zones) to three irrigations (warmer hardiness zones) each week during the first few months after planting. Daily irrigation in the warmest hardiness zones provides the quickest establishment. Following the initial few months of frequent irrigation, provide weekly irrigation until plants are fully established. With every irrigation, apply one (cool climates) to two (warm climates) gallons of water per inch trunk diameter (e.g. 2 to 4 gallons for a 2-inch tree) over the root ball only. In most landscapes that receive more than 30 inches of rain or irrigation annually, if the mulch area is maintained weed-free, irrigation does not need to be applied outside of the root ball. Never add water if the root ball is saturated.

In cooler hardiness zones, in all but the driest years, irrigation of spring- and summer-planted trees usually can be discontinued once fall color has begun. Irrigation of fall planted trees, however, should be continued until foliage has dropped from the deciduous trees in the region. In warmer climates, irrigate fall-and winter-planted trees as described for the spring- and summer-planted trees.

In drier, desert climates there is benefit to be gained from applying additional irrigation outside of the root ball area. This is best done by making a large diameter berm four to six inches high, then filling it with water so it percolates into the soil. For the first two years, irrigate twice each week through the spring, once per week in summer provided monsoons arrive, and twice each week again in fall if it remains warm. Taper off watering to once or twice each month in winter and resume twice weekly next spring. For years three to five, water twice per month in spring, summer, and fall and once or twice per month in winter. During years five through seven, water once every three weeks in warm weather and once every six weeks in winter. After this, the drought-tolerant desert trees should be able to survive on natural rainfall.

Trees with good, strong structure need no pruning at planting, except to remove broken twigs. Do not remove branches to compensate for root loss - research has shown that this can be detrimental to establishment.

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Perennial Of The Day

Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba'

Common Bleeding Heart, Japanese Bleeding Heart

Type Perennial

Hardy range 3A to 9A

Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm

Spread 36" / 90cm

Growth rate Average

Form Irregular or sprawling

Exposure Full shade to partial sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color White

Bloom Time Spring and Summer

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

This plant has attractive foliage.
Culture Notes D. spectabilis flowers up earlier in the season than D. eximia, but then the foliage dies back soon after blooming. When planted in the shade garden with other Dicentra, it will seed itself. Once established, this plant does not like to be disturbed. Division of the tuber should be done in the early spring. Plant goes well with: Astilbe, Cimicifuga, Hosta, Rodgersia, and Chelone sp.

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Deciduous Shrub Of The Day

Weigela florida 'Brigela (French Lace™)'

Old Fashioned Weigela, Rose Weigela

Type Shrub, woody plant

Hardy range 4B to 8A

Height 24" to 4' / 60cm to 1.20m

Spread 24" to 4' / 60cm to 1.20m

Growth rate Slow

Form Rounded, upright or erect and vase shaped

Exposure Full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Red

Bloom Time Spring

The flowers are very showy.

Environment This plant tolerates some drought.
This plant will grow in dry soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to alkaline (less than 6.8 to more than 7.7) soil.

Leaf Color Green, variegated and yellow
Fall Color No change in fall color

This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes Weigela grows best in a sunny location and moist soil. Shaded plants are straggly. Weigela also dislikes crowding. The growth rate is moderate and the shrub transplants well, reaching a mature height and spread of only 2 to 4 feet. Some annual dieback and winter injury make annual pruning necessary. It is best to perform any needed pruning immediately after they have flowered. Canadian cultivars (the so called Dance cultivars) are the most cold hardy. Plants suffer in the deep south eastern part of the US. This plant is considered mostly allergy free and causes little or no allergy problems in most people.

Planting and establishing shrubs
The most common cause of young plant failure is planting too deep. Plant the root ball no deeper than it was in the nursery. In most instances, the root flare zone (point where the top-most root in the root ball originates from the trunk) should be located just above the landscape soil surface. Sometimes plants come from the nursery with soil over the root flare. If there is soil over this area, scrape it off. The planting hole should be at least twice the width of the root ball, preferably wider. In all but exceptional circumstances where the soil is very poor, there is no need to incorporate anything into the backfill soil except the loosened soil that came out of the planting hole. Never place ANY soil over the root ball. If a row or grouping of plants is to be installed, excavating or loosening the soil in the entire bed and incorporating organic matter enhances root growth and establishment rate.

Weed suppression during establishment is essential. Apply a 3-inch thick layer of mulch around the plant to help control weed growth. Keep it at least 10 inches from the trunk. If you apply it over the root ball, apply only a one or two inch layer. This allows rainwater and air to easily enter the root ball and keeps the trunk dry. Placing mulch against the trunk or applying too thick a layer above the root ball can kill the plant by oxygen starvation, death of bark, stem and root diseases, prevention of hardening off for winter, vole and other rodent damage to the trunk, keeping soil too wet, or repelling water. Regular irrigation through the first growing season after planting encourages rapid root growth, which is essential for quick plant establishment.

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Perennial Of The Day

Alstroemeria x 'Sweet Laura'

Lily of the Incas, Peruvian Lily

Type Perennial

Hardy range 7A to 10B

Height 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm

Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are fragrant, showy and suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes The roots of this plant can become invasive. In hot summer climates, plant in partial shade. These plants do not do well in dry soil. In cold winter climates, mulch in the winter. In zone 7a, the plant should be removed in autumn and stored for spring planting. 'Sweet Laura' is one of the hardiest of the Peruvian Lilies. It has vigorous growth and blooming traits, and bears gorgeous yellow flowers that are spotted reddish-orange at the tips of its petals. Asexual propagation of this plant is prohibited.

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Perennial Of The Day

Houttuynia cordata

Chameleon Plant, Rainbow Plant

Type Perennial

Hardy range 6A to 11

Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Spreading or horizontal, upright or erect and variable spread

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color White

Bloom Time Summer

Environment This plant tolerates occasional wetness.
This plant will grow in moist to wet soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green, pink and variegated

This plant has attractive foliage and fragrant foliage.

Culture Notes This plant will spread quickly, often growing through the bottoms of containers. It is not picky about growing conditions. If planted by the waterside, it will grow into the water.

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