Lamium maculatum 'Ghost'

Spotted Deadnettle

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Common Name:

Spotted Deadnettle

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Purple

Foliage color:

Green Silver

Sun (From 0 to 5):

2

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Maximum width:

60 cm

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Description

The large mound of all silver leaves are a great backdrop for the attractive clusters of bright orchid purple flowers of Lamium maculatum 'Ghost', introduced by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens. The plant stands a foot tall and the leaves are large, measuring 1 frac12; inches long compared to frac12; to frac34; inches long on the other varieties. 'Ghost' is an excellent groundcover and is also deer and rabbit resistant.

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Blooming

Clustered flowers are pink white, or yellow, borne from late spring to summer.

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Growth

Perennials. Leaves in opposite pairs are heart shaped, toothed, and marked with white. All species are vigorous growers. Spreading to 2-3 feet. Grow fast-spreading species in partial to deep shade.

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Planting

Plant invasive species away from small plants. Propagate from the seed in fall or spring, in containers within a cold frame for protection. Division can be carried out during these months. For the smaller species, propagate using stem-tip cuttings from non-flowering shoots in summer.

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Pest

Slugs and snails. Other problems include leaf spot, downy mildew, and powdery mildew, all of which are quite common.

Spotted Deadnettle (Lamium maculatum 'Ghost') - Interesting facts

Lamium has square stems and bear a resemblance to stinging nettles. However, Lamium will not sting you, and are thus 'dead' nettles. You can even eat the leaves in a salad.