Lamium m. ‘Red Nancy’ (10)ct Flat

Description

Product Description

Lamium maculatum ‘Red Nancy’ a/k/a Creeping Lamium, Spotted Deadnettle, Zone 3 to 9. Full to partial shade, mint family, groundcover.

Lamium maculatum ‘Red Nancy’ is a delightful groundcover plant that offers a vibrant splash of color to shady areas. Here is a summary of its key features and growing requirements:

Characteristics:

• Flowers: Produces clusters of charming, rosy-red to reddish-purple flowers in late spring and early summer. The blooms stand out nicely against the contrasting foliage.
• Foliage: The main attraction of ‘Red Nancy’ is its beautiful, heart-shaped leaves that are silvery-green with a distinct green edge. This variegated foliage provides interest even when the plant is not in bloom.
• Growth Habit: A low-growing, spreading plant that typically reaches 6-8 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inches wide. It forms a dense mat, making it an excellent groundcover for suppressing weeds.
• Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, making it a versatile choice for various climates.

Cultivation:

• Light: Thrives in partial to full shade. It can tolerate some sun, especially in cooler climates, but prefers protection from the hot afternoon sun.
• Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained soil.
• Water: Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
• Pruning: Can be pruned lightly to shape or control its spread. Shearing back after flowering can encourage a neater appearance and sometimes promote rebloom.
• Fertilizer: Generally not required, but a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring can be beneficial.

Landscape Uses:

• Groundcover: Excellent for covering large areas under trees and shrubs, suppressing weeds, and adding texture and color to shady spots.
• Borders and Edging: Provides a colorful and contrasting edge along walkways or flower beds.
• Woodland Gardens: Blends beautifully with other shade-loving plants in woodland settings.
• Containers: Can be used as a spiller or filler in container gardens.

Advantages:

• Attractive Foliage: The silvery-green foliage with green edges brightens shady areas and provides season-long interest.
• Vibrant Flowers: The rosy-red flowers add a pop of color in spring and early summer.
• Easy Care: Requires minimal maintenance once established.
• Weed Suppression: Forms a dense mat that helps to choke out weeds.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistant: Generally avoided by deer and rabbits.

Overall, Lamium maculatum ‘Red Nancy’ is a valuable groundcover plant for shady areas. Its attractive foliage, vibrant blooms, and easy care make it a popular choice for adding texture and color to low-light gardens.

Ten (10) plants in 4.5 inch containers per flat (or tray).

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