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Lamium galeobdolon 'Florentinum

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.

 

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

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.