Lamium maculatum Beacon Silver

Common Name: Spotted Dead Nettle 'Beacon Silver'

Description:
Lamium maculatum 'Beacon Silver' is a striking ground cover known for its silvery foliage with green margins and delicate, tubular pink flowers. This low-growing perennial spreads quickly, forming a dense mat that suppresses weeds while brightening up shaded areas. It thrives in part to full shade and prefers well-draining, moist soil, though it is highly adaptable and can tolerate dry conditions once established. 'Beacon Silver' is an excellent choice for underplanting trees, edging garden beds, or spilling over walls and containers. Flowering in spring and summer, it attracts bees and other pollinators, adding life to the garden. Its semi-evergreen nature ensures year-round interest, particularly in Melbourne's mild winters.

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–20 cm
• Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Herbaceous
• Disease Resistant
• Suitable for Ground Cover

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans but may cause mild stomach upset if ingested by pets in large quantities.

Companion Plants:

• Hosta
• Heuchera
• Ferns
• Astilbe
• Brunnera