Lamium galeobdolon 'Florentinum
Variegated Dead Nettle
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.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Bark 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:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).