About
A dwarf, clump-forming biennial or perennial from rocky, stony habitats in Central Asia with pinnately divided leaves and erect stems bearing dense heads of tiny, pale pink to white, four-petalled flowers in spring. A rare and little-cultivated Pamir crucifer for a very well-drained, cool alpine house or trough.
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
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.