Description

Part sun, partial shade, deer resistant, attractive foliage, Zone 3

Lamium maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’

Lamium is one of the choices for ground-cover, especially if you are looking for ground-cover that is tough yet showy. This is a classic variety of Lamium. This spreading evergreen forms clusters of bright-pink flowers that appear in the spring, and continue on and off until the fall. The leaves are small in size, silverish-green, and has a narrow green edge. The foliage color is variegated. Gets to heights of 15-20 cm, and with a spread of 30-60 cm.

The leaves are ovate to heart-shaped with coarsely toothed margins. Leaves of this Lamium are dark green or green marked with silver. There are irregular, yellow flowers that are held upright on stalks that will be produced in late spring and early summer. Will also produce small fruit nutlets. The overall shape of this Lamium is creeping and mounded. Because it is an aggressive grower ensure that you are keeping an eye on its growth.

Has a moderate water need, but ensure that the planting area has adequate drainage. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer. Best if pruning is done immediately after blooming. Prefers moderate shade areas. Fast growth rate.