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Dead Nettle, Spotted Nettle
Scientific Name: Lamium maculatum (L.) L.
Family: Lamiaceae

Show Larger Picture Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy'

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 1-24, 32-43 USDA: 3-9, evergreen in zone 9b-10 Heat Tolerance: Questionable, often dies back to the crown in summer Sun Exposure: Shade to light shade Origin: Europe and North America Growth Habits: Trailing mat-forming perennial, up to 6 inches tall (15 cm), 3 feet spread (90 cm) Watering Needs: Abundant water, moist soil, well drained Propagation: Division in spring, stem cuttings in summer, stems root wherever they touch the ground

Cultural Practices:
The Dead Nettle can spread rapidly if the conditions are adequate. This limits its uses as a border plant. It can be used as ground cover.

Blooming Habits:
The Lamium has small spikes of flowers, principally in late spring, occasionally in other periods. The fruits are brown and inconspicuous.