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Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon'

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 This plant has evergreen foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon' tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon' (creeping lamium) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.