Fish Mint (Diếp Cá) – Houttuynia cordata Live Bare Root Plants | Set of 15 | Edible Herb | Hardy Ground Cover

Grow your own Fish Mint (Houttuynia cordata), also known as Diếp Cá, with this set of 15 live bare root plants. This fast-growing perennial herb is prized throughout Asia for its distinctive aromatic leaves, culinary uses, and ornamental ground-covering habit. Fish Mint spreads readily to form a lush mat of heart-shaped foliage, making it an excellent choice for herb gardens, edible landscapes, moist garden beds, and containers. Each plant is shipped bare root and ready for planting.

You will receive:
✔️ 15 live Fish Mint (Diếp Cá) bare root plants
✔️ Healthy, freshly harvested bare roots
✔️ Ready for immediate planting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Fish Mint, Chameleon Plant, Diếp Cá
Botanical Name: Houttuynia cordata
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial herb
Growth Stage: Bare root plants
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil; tolerates consistently damp conditions
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during establishment
Mature Height: 8–18 inches
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 5–11
Container Friendly: Yes (recommended to help control spreading)

💡 Care Tip: Plant Fish Mint in a location where its spreading habit can be managed. Growing it in containers or using root barriers is recommended if you want to limit its spread. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage fresh new growth.