Chameleon plant lives up to its name, with red-and-yellow-variegated heart-shaped green leaves. Its scrambling growth habit may overwhelm 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 #127
CarePlant in moist, rich, well-drained soil.
PropagationBy division
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- Zones : 10, 11, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Plant Width : 30 feet or more
- Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
- Uses : Containers
- Bloom Time : Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer
- Growth Rate : Fast
- Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Moisture : Medium to Wet
- Maintenance : Moderate
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Foliage Color : Purple/Burgundy
- Characteristics : Showy Foliage
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Spring Interest
- Flower Color : White
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