A hardworking perennial groundcover that practically glows in the shade, Lamium 'Orchid Frost Gold' forms a spreading, weed-smothering mat that successfully blankets the shady areas where lawn grasses fail, and that would otherwise stay bare. The silver foliage with golden-green base tones and dark edging is evergreen in mild climates and deciduous in colder climates.
Clusters of orchid pink flowers cover this spotted nettle in mid-spring and occasionally show up throughout summer. But even without the blooms, Lamium 'Orchid Frost Gold' has elegant two-toned foliage and a tidy habit that make it a welcome addition in the garden or in a combination planter.
Lamium 'Orchid Frost Gold' is vigorous and resistant to foliage leaf spots. To stimulate healthy new growth, prune in late spring after flowering.
Genus | Lamium |
Species | maculatum |
Variety | 'Orchid Frost Gold' |
Item Form | 1-Quart |
Zone | 4 - 9 |
Bloom Start to End | Mid Spring |
Habit | Spreading |
Plant Height | 4 in |
Plant Width | 12 in |
Additional Characteristics | Easy Care Plants, Pruning Recommended |
Bloom Color | Pink |
Foliage Color | Gold, Silver/Gray |
Light Requirements | Part Shade, Shade |
Moisture Requirements | Dry |
Resistance | Bacterial Leaf Spot, Cold Hardy, Drought Tolerant |
Uses | Beds, Border, Containers, Ground Cover |
Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Idaho, Canada, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands |