Lamium orvala
Dead Nettle-Balm-leaved Red
Lamium orvala
Dead Nettle-Balm-leaved RedCompletely unlike groundcover Lamiums, this species forms an upright, non-spreading clump of solid green, toothed, heart-shaped leaves on unbranched stems. Whorls of pretty mauve pink, spotted, two-lipped flowers appear in spring. Great for mixing with finely textured perennials in shade gardens. This deeply rooted species prefers cool, moist soils.
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 18-24"
- Spread: 18-24"
- Exposure: Full Shade, Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Spring
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 18-24"
- Spread: 18-24"
- Exposure: Full Shade, Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Spring
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Low
- Requires Shade in Production: Yes
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
- Vernalization Beneficial: Yes