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Lamium maculatum 'Brocade'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Lamium maculatum 'Brocade' (creeping lamium) bears bright pink blooms during mid-spring to early autumn. This plant has deep green and light grey foliage that is evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lamium maculatum 'Brocade' (creeping lamium) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.