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Purple Dragon Dead Nettle
Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon'
Pronunciation: LAY-mee-um mak-yuh-LAH-tum
SKU #02490
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 6 to 12 in. tall, spreading 18 to 24 in. wide.
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| Description | Silvery white leaves with green edges form a lush groundcover that is topped by charming deep purple flowers in summer. Brightens shady areas, and tolerates dry shade conditions when established. Beautiful trailing from mixed containers or used to edge borders. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in loamy, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils but highly adaptable; best sheltered from direct sun. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune heavily and apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming. |
Details
| Description | Silvery white leaves with green edges form a lush groundcover that is topped by charming deep purple flowers in summer. Brightens shady areas, and tolerates dry shade conditions when established. Beautiful trailing from mixed containers or used to edge borders. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in loamy, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils but highly adaptable; best sheltered from direct sun. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune heavily and apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Purple Dragon Dead Nettle produce flowers?
Summer
Is Purple Dragon Dead Nettle evergreen or deciduous?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Purple Dragon Dead Nettle?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle is Dramatic Foliage Color, Fast Growing.
Is Purple Dragon Dead Nettle resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Dry Shade
How fast does Purple Dragon Dead Nettle grow?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Purple Dragon Dead Nettle in my landscape?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Purple Dragon Dead Nettle flowers?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Purple Dragon Dead Nettle?
Purple Dragon Dead Nettle has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Purple Dragon Dead Nettle?
Good companion plants for Purple Dragon Dead Nettle include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra).
How do I care for Purple Dragon Dead Nettle?
Thrives in loamy, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils but highly adaptable; best sheltered from direct sun. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune heavily and apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
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