Skip to product information
1 of 6

Fish Mint Seeds – Houttuynia Cordata Herb Plant

Low stock! Only 10 left
Regular price $16.49
Sale price $16.49 Regular price
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Fish Mint Seeds produce hardy perennial herb plants with heart-shaped foliage suitable for containers, garden beds, and moist outdoor spaces. Houttuynia cordata adapts well to partial shade and develops spreading greenery in fertile soil conditions. These plants thrive in indoor pots and outdoor gardens with regular moisture. Suitable for decorative herb planting and ornamental greenery projects.
  • Free delivery
  • Germination guarantee
Estimated delivery
Get it between Sat, Sep 19 and Tue, Sep 22
FREE
✓ Ordered ● Shipped Delivered
Fish Mint Seeds – Houttuynia Cordata Herb Plant

$16.49

Planting Season

Spring

Light Requirement

Partial Shade

Plant Height

12–24 Inches

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor
Planting Information
Life Cycle Perennial
Plant Characteristics Heart-shaped foliage
Plant Type Herb Plant
Flavour Profile Mild herbal aroma
Life Perennial
Germination Time 14–28 Days
Fruit Size Not Applicable
Soil Type Moist fertile soil
Soil pH 5.5–7.0
Spacing Between Plants 12–18 Inches
Watering Needs High
Harvest Time Not Applicable
Bloom Season Summer
Seeds per Pack 150
Seed Type Herb Seed
Yield Potential Medium
GTIN 36002679180

Sow seeds on moist soil surface with light covering. Maintain humidity during germination period. Keep trays in warm shaded locations. Thin seedlings after sprouting develops. Transplant carefully into containers or beds.

Keep soil consistently moist during growth. Place plants in partial shade or filtered sunlight. Trim spreading foliage regularly if required. Apply compost lightly during active growth. Protect roots from prolonged dry conditions.

Question about this product?

We're happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you sow.

What does fish mint foliage look like?

Leaves are heart-shaped to broadly oval and may show green, red, or variegated tones.

Why is Houttuynia called fish mint?

The name refers to the distinctive fish-like aroma and flavor of fresh foliage, not a relationship to true mint.

Can fish mint be grown in a container?

Yes. Container growing helps contain its spreading stems while maintaining the moisture it prefers.

How does fish mint spread?

Houttuynia can spread through underground stems and creeping growth, so controlled beds or containers can be useful.

Can fish mint be used around a pond?

Its moist-soil preference can suit some water-garden edges, but its spread should be monitored.

What do fish mint flowers look like?

Small white floral structures form around a central spike, creating a simple distinctive display.

Still have a question?

Our growing experts reply within a day, 7 days a week.