Variegated Dead Nettle

Attractive tri-colored foliage with hints of burgundy, pink, and cream

Botanical Name- Lamiastrum g variegatum

Pronunciation- uh-JOO-guh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Part shade to shade

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- flat

Bloom Color- Yellow

Bloom Time- Late spring

Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Obsidian'

Fauna Attracted- Bees, small butterflies, some beneficial flies

Plant Habit- Groundcover

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP47B

Yearly Care Instructions- Trim runners if spreading too far; keep soil moist and feed lightly in spring.

Trimming Instructions- Trim back runners after flowering to control spread.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soils, ensure drainage and consider a thin layer of compost.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Crown rot, powdery mildew