SKU: 00840369420336 LAMIUM MACULATUM 'Orchid Frost' in 3.5 inch pot

Lamium maculatum ‘Orchid Frost’ is a beautiful, low-growing perennial groundcover prized for its striking silver foliage edged in green and its abundant orchid-pink flowers. This vigorous yet well-behaved variety brightens shady garden spaces with its luminous leaves and long-lasting blooms from spring through summer, often reblooming into fall. Its trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, containers, hanging baskets, and underplanting around shrubs and trees. Easy to grow and highly adaptable, ‘Orchid Frost’ provides season-long color and texture while helping suppress weeds in difficult shady areas.

Quantity

Price For Each Unit

1 - 2

$11.95 / each

3 - 4

$11.35 / each

5 - 7

$10.75 / each

8 - 11

$10.16 / each

12 - 17

$9.56 / each

18 +

$8.96 / each

Key Features

Growth Habit:
- Low-growing spreading perennial groundcover
- Forms dense mats of attractive foliage
- Typically grows 6–10 inches tall and spreads 18–36 inches wide
Bloom Color:
- Soft orchid-pink to lavender-pink flowers
Fragrance:
- Little to no noticeable fragrance
Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
- Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators
- Deer resistant
- Rabbit resistant
- Generally resistant to pests and diseases
Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
Sun Preferences:
- Partial shade to full shade
- Tolerates morning sun but benefits from afternoon shade
Drought Tolerance:
- Moderate once established
- Performs best with evenly moist soil

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

Select a partially shaded to fully shaded area with well-drained soil.
Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, beneath trees, and groundcover plantings.

2. Prepare the Soil

Loosen soil 6–8 inches deep.
Incorporate compost or organic matter to improve moisture retention and soil structure.

3. Dig the Hole

Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

Carefully remove the plant and gently loosen any circling roots.

5. Plant

Position the root ball level with the surrounding soil surface.
Backfill with soil and gently firm around the roots.

6. Water Thoroughly

Water deeply after planting.
Keep soil consistently moist during establishment.

7. Mulch

Apply a thin layer of mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

8. Spacing

Space plants 12–18 inches apart for rapid groundcover coverage.

Seasonal Care & Maintenance

Water during prolonged dry periods, especially in summer.
Trim back overly vigorous growth as needed to maintain a tidy appearance.
Remove damaged foliage in early spring before new growth emerges.
Divide mature clumps every few years if desired to rejuvenate growth.

Lamium maculatum ‘Orchid Frost’ is a dependable shade-loving groundcover that combines shimmering silver foliage with delicate orchid-pink blooms. Its spreading habit, long season of interest, and low-maintenance nature make it an outstanding choice for brightening shaded landscapes and filling difficult garden spaces with color and texture.