Lamium maculatum 'Orchid Frost' – Spotted Dead Nettle
Lamium maculatum 'Orchid Frost' – Spotted Dead Nettle
Plant Profile
Lamium maculatum 'Orchid Frost' – Spotted Dead Nettle
Lamium maculatum 'Orchid Frost' – Spotted Dead Nettle
An eye-catching ground cover even when not in bloom, 'Orchid Frost' (PP#11,122) features stunning silver foliage with narrow dark green margins that glows in shaded spots year-round. In spring, orchid-purple blooms add a lovely flush of color above the striking leaves. Stunning planted among Hostas and Ferns, it also excels in containers and hanging baskets. Semi-evergreen, spreading as it roots, and tolerant of drought, deer, clay, and coastal conditions — a truly versatile shade garden gem.
Key Features:
- Perennial (semi-evergreen)
- Deer tolerant
- Drought tolerant
- Clay tolerant
- Coast tolerant
- Spreading — roots as it grows, excellent ground cover
- Silver foliage with narrow green margins — stunning year-round
- Beautiful combined with Hostas and Ferns
- Great for containers and hanging baskets
Growing Details:
Height: 6–8" | Spread: 12–24"
Exposure: Part Shade to Shade | Water: Moderate to Moist
Bloom time: Spring | Bloom color: Orchid-purple
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4–9
Plant Details
Everything you need to grow it well.
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