Lamium orvala Album (Balm-leaved Red Deadnettle)
Lamium orvala ‘Album’ (Balm-leaved Red Deadnettle) is a handsome herbaceous perennial forming a neat clump of large, heart-shaped, finely serrated, pale green leaves, up to 6 in. long (15 cm). In late spring to early summer, hooded, creamy-white flowers are produced in multiple whorls around the upper leaf axils.
Lamium orvala 'Album' (Balm-leaved Red Deadnettle) is a handsome herbaceous perennial forming a neat clump of large, heart-shaped, finely serrated, pale green leaves, up to 6 in. long (15 cm). In late spring to early summer, hooded, creamy-white flowers are produced in multiple whorls around the upper leaf axils. They may continue to bloom sporadically into fall. The foliage remains fresh and good-looking through the growing season as long as there is sufficient soil moisture. A useful plant for shady beds and borders, it can be used in the garden in combination with spring bulbs, ferns and other woodland perennials.
- Grows up to 26 in. tall (65 cm) and 32 in. wide (80 cm).
- Best in part shade to full shade in average, medium moisture, humus-rich, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant.
- Virtually disease and pest free, Balm-leaved Red Deadnettle is also deer resistant. Keep an eye out for slugs and snails.
- Propagate by division in autumn or early spring
- Plants can be cut back after flowering, if desired, to encourage fresh, more compact foliar growth.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4 – 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 8 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamium – Dead Nettles |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early) |
| Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30″ (75cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |