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Gorgeous variegation in the foliage of the white foLamium
maculatum 'Beacon Silver' or Spotted Nettle or Dead Nettle 'Beacon
Silver' perennial plant |
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Lamium maculatum ' Beacon Silver"
(Spotted Nettle, Dead Nettle 'Beacon Silver') |
Family: Lamiaceae/Labiatae (Mint)
Origin: Europe, North America
Light: Part-full shade
Height: 6"
Spread: 3'
Blooms: Pink, purple, in Spring
Foliage: Variegated,
silver with green linings
Soil: Well-drained, keep moist
Water: Abundant
Propagation: Division in Spring, stem cuttings in summer. Roots
easily.
Uses: Groundcover, around ponds, shade garden
Other comments:
Lamium maculatum 'Beacon Silver' or Spotted Nettle or Dead
Nettle 'Beacon Silver'
is a
perennial plant with a low, mat-forming growth habit. In
Spring , lovely pink blossoms constantly appear among exquisite
variegated foliage.
Lamium maculatum 'Beacon Silver' is easily propagated from stem
cuttings or divisions taken in Spring. It thrives well in a
well-drained moist soil in a part to full shade location.
Spotted
Nettle looks ideal as
groundcovers under taller trees or around ponds. This eye-catching
plant is an excellent plant for shady areas.
Dead Nettle 'Beacon Silver'
compliments well with Hostas or Huechera. Mass plant for a
dramatic effect. It stops foot traffic.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 3-8 |
