A vibrant, flame‑coloured foliage plant with dramatic red, orange, yellow and green tones. Exceptionally tough and adaptable — thriving in shade or sun, and in wet or dry conditions. Perfect for adding bold colour and structure to borders, pond margins, containers, or tricky areas where other plants struggle.
Five strong 3cm Houttuynia ‘Flame’ plug plants. Bright, flame‑coloured foliage. Thrives in shade, sun, wet or dry soils. FREE P&P.
Houttuynia cordata ‘Flame’ is an eye‑catching, low‑growing perennial with richly mottled, flame‑like foliage. Shades of red, gold, orange and green shift throughout the season, creating a bold display from spring through autumn.
This plant is famous for its adaptability — from boggy, wet soil and pond edges, right through to dry borders and full sun. Its creeping habit makes it a superb groundcover in challenging spots.
You’ll receive 5 healthy 3cm plug plants, ready to establish quickly once planted.
🌿 Key Features
- ✔ Bright, multi-coloured “flame” foliage
- ✔ Thrives in sun, shade, wet or dry conditions
- ✔ Excellent for pond margins, damp shade, borders & containers
- ✔ Hardy, easy and vigorous
- ✔ Superb for ground cover
📏 Plant Size & Details
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Supplied as: 5 x 3cm plug plants
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Height: 20–30cm
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Spread: 30–60cm (spreading habit)
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Position: Sun, part shade, or full shade
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Soil: Wet, boggy, moist or dry once established
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Hardiness: Fully hardy perennial
🌼 How to Grow
- Pot on before planting out
- Keep moist initially to establish
- Ideal for difficult corners or wet areas
- Trim in spring for fresh foliage
📦 Delivery Information
- FREE UK Postage
- Eco‑friendly protective packaging
- Dispatched Monday–Thursday
- Delivered via Royal Mail 24/48hr.
💬 Why Gardeners Love It
‘Flame’ is one of the most versatile, colourful foliage plants you can grow. It’ll thrive almost anywhere, brighten difficult areas, and provide fiery colour for months.