Lamium galeobdolon 'Florentinum

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Dead Nettle, Variegated

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Bobbie Schwartz

 

Description

This herbaceous perennial can be used as a groundcover in wooded areas where few plants will grow. It can be invasive. The attractive leaves are marbled with silver and have distinctively green midribs and margins. Small yellow flowers bloom in June, rising 12"-18" above the leaves.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Annual

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.