About
A low-growing, hariy annual about 25cm tall, with soft, finely hairy stems, and rounded, lobed, mid-green leaves to 3m across, and bearing flowers of pink to purple to 2cm long in terminal spikes, from spring onwards.
About the genus
Lamium can be annuals or, more usually, perennials, with coarsely toothed ovate leaves and 2-lipped, tubular flowers borne in whorls forming a short spike
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Sand, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitTrailing, Clump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesWildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained soil in part shade. Best in wild or woodland areas, may have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free