Balm-leaved red deadnettle Lamium orvala

ABOUT
L. orvala is an herbaceous perennial forming a clump of attractive, ovate leaves, with spikes of whorled pinkish-purple flowers 4cm in length in late spring and summer
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Lamiaceae
Synonyms
balm-leaved red deadnettle balm-leaved archangel balm-leaved deadnettle dragon flower Hungary deadnettle see more
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H7
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Pruning
After flowering, plants can be cut back to encourage fresh foliage cover
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Ground Cover Underplanting of Roses and Shrubs
Propogation
Propagate by division in autumn or early spring
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Generally disease free
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