Lamium

Lamium maculatum

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A semi-evergreen groundcover with attractive variegated or silvered foliage and dainty pink, purple, or white tubular flowers blooming in spring and early summer. This low-growing, spreading perennial (6-12 inches tall) is ideal for shaded areas and woodland gardens where it suppresses weeds and provides color. It is shade-tolerant and relatively pest-free.

Common Problems

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Care Guide

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Light

Partial to full shade (2-4 hours of indirect light); shade essential in warm climates. Tolerates deep shade; variegation is more pronounced in brighter conditions

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Water

Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during establishment and summer drought; reduce in winter when dormant

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Soil

Humus-rich, well-draining soil with organic matter incorporated. Tolerates poor soil but performs best with moderate fertility

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Fertiliser

Light feeder; apply balanced granular fertilizer or compost in spring. Avoid excess nitrogen, which promotes soft foliage susceptible to slugs

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Temperature

Cool-season grower; prefers moderate temperatures and dislikes hot, humid summers. Hardy and winter-tolerant