Product Description
Lamiastrum galeobdolon 'Variegatum' (3.5-inch pot)
Common Name: Yellow Archangel, golden dead-nettle, silver-spotted dead-nettle
- Height: 12-18 Inches
- Spread: 3 Feet
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Part Shade to Shade
- Foliage brightens shady areas
- Spreads quickly
- Prune as needed
- Attract butterflies and other pollinators
- Deer-resistant
Lamiastrum galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a variegated variety of yellow archangel, a herbaceous perennial plant in the mint family. It is native to Europe and Asia, but is now naturalized in many parts of the world. The plant is known for its attractive, silver-splashed foliage and its clusters of small, yellow flowers.
L. galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of 12-18 inches. It has a spreading habit and can quickly form dense mats. The leaves are oval to triangular in shape, with coarsely toothed edges. They are medium to dark green, with silver or white markings. The flowers are produced in clusters in late spring or early summer. They are small, about 1/2 inch in diameter, and are yellow with a darker throat.
Evergreen in the Southern zones, Yellow Archangel prefers regular watering but will tolerate periodic dry soil. Roots at nodes as it creeps. Spreads aggressively when grown in optimum conditions.
L. galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a shade-tolerant plant, but it can also tolerate some sun. It is drought-tolerant once established. L. galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used as a groundcover or in borders.
Lamium galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a vigorous, spreading groundcover that brightens up shady gardens with its attractive variegated foliage and cheerful yellow flowers. Here is a breakdown of its key features:
Appearance and Characteristics:
- Variegated foliage: The most striking feature is its silver-variegated leaves. The oval, toothed leaves have a central splash of silver, creating a beautiful contrast with the surrounding green. This variegation adds brightness and interest to shady areas where other plants might struggle.
- Yellow flowers: In spring, it produces whorls of small, hooded, bright yellow flowers that rise above the foliage. These cheerful blooms add a welcome splash of color to the shade garden.
- Spreading habit: 'Variegatum' is a vigorous spreader, quickly forming a dense mat of foliage. This makes it an excellent groundcover for suppressing weeds and covering large areas.
- Adaptable: It is a tough and adaptable plant that can tolerate a wide range of conditions, including dry shade and poor soil.
Growing Conditions and Care:
- Shade tolerant: Thrives in partial to full shade. It is an ideal choice for areas that receive less than 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Well-drained soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but it can tolerate some dryness once established.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance. You can trim it back in spring to control its spread or shape it. It may self-seed, so deadheading spent flowers can help prevent unwanted seedlings.
- Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 4-8, making it a versatile choice for a variety of climates.
Benefits:
- Brightens shady areas: The variegated foliage and yellow flowers add much-needed color to shady gardens.
- Weed suppression: The dense growth habit helps to choke out weeds.
- Erosion control: Can be used on slopes to help prevent erosion.
- Attracts pollinators: The flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.
- Deer resistant: Deer generally avoid it.
Uses:
- Groundcover: Ideal for creating a low-maintenance, colorful groundcover in shady areas.
- Woodland gardens: A natural choice for woodland gardens, adding texture and color to the understory.
- Borders and edging: Can be used as a border plant or to edge pathways.
- Containers: Can be grown in containers, adding a trailing element to patios and balconies.
- Mass plantings: Plant in groups for a dramatic display of foliage and flowers.
Overall, Lamium galeobdolon 'Variegatum' is a valuable addition to any shade garden. Its attractive foliage, cheerful flowers, and vigorous growth habit make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance and colorful groundcover.
Please note that in some areas, this plant can be considered invasive due to its spreading habit. It is always a good idea to check with your local extension office or garden center to see if it is appropriate for your region.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
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Great condition!
The plants were in phenomenal shape when they arrived! Actually glistening with moisture, and the roots looked beautiful when I unpacked them. I have yet to see how they do, as they have only been in the ground a few days, but I am already scanning the website for more items. My only regret: I almost bought more in my original order, but I was worried as I'd never used the company before. I should not have hesitated.
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Beautiful Arrival!
My plants arrived in excellent shape! And the instructions provided for care were very helpful as well. Customer service was the BEST! Thank you!
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Great groundcover!
Arrived quickly and in great condition.
