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Lamium maculatum 'Shell Pink'

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 30 - 60 cm (1 - 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 'Shell Pink' (creeping lamium) yields light pink blossoms during mid spring to early autumn. This plant has evergreen foliage that is deep green and light grey in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Lamium maculatum 'Shell Pink' tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lamium maculatum 'Shell Pink' (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.