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Meehania urticifolia 'Silver Sprinter'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Meehania urticifolia 'Silver Sprinter' (Japanese dead nettle) bears faded fuchsia blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has greyish green and white foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Meehania urticifolia 'Silver Sprinter' attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Meehania urticifolia 'Silver Sprinter' tolerates light foot traffic.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Meehania urticifolia 'Silver Sprinter' (Japanese dead nettle) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.