Wayside Gardens Lamium
Best low-maintenance groundcover for busy gardeners seeking shade-loving, deer-resistant color.
This is the ultimate problem-solver for those dark, neglected corners of the garden that refuse to grow anything else. While it spreads with aggressive enthusiasm, its shimmering silver foliage and deer-resistant nature make it a low-effort trade-off for a lush, year-round groundcover.
$19.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners looking to brighten dim, shaded landscape corners
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant groundcover
- Landscapers needing fast-growing solutions for erosion control
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with small beds who dislike invasive plant spread
- Residents in regions with intense, humid summer heat
- People unable to provide consistent irrigation in dry shade
Performance breakdown
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle to survive.
Groundcover Density
Forms a thick, spreading mat that effectively suppresses unwanted garden weeds.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention once established, making it perfect for busy gardeners.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, protecting your landscape from common intruders.
Visual Interest
Striking silver foliage provides a bright, consistent contrast throughout the seasons.
Environmental Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to various soil types and moderate drought conditions.
Key Specs
SKU
28903
Genus
Lamium
Species
maculatum
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
8 inches
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Requirements
Part Shade/Shade
Hardiness Zones
4 - 8
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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