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Deadnettle 'Pink Pewter'
Deadnettle
Lamium 'Pink Pewter': 20 cm high and 60 cm spread, partial shade to full shade. Pink, salmon flowers in June-September. Zone 2; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Partial shade to full shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 2
Discover the plant
Common nameDeadnettle 'Pink Pewter'
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusDeadnettle
CultivarPink Pewter
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDeadnettle
‘Pink Pewter’ Lamium (Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’) brings a palette of pink and salmon to the garden. Its foliage features shades of silver and green, which can be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-September. Its size of 20 cm by 60 cm makes it suitable as a ground cover and for border edging, without encroaching on neighboring plants.
Soil choice is essential for ‘Pink Pewter’ Lamium: it should be humus-rich, retain moisture during growth, and avoid standing water around the crown. The preferred exposure is partial shade to full shade. For ‘Pink Pewter’ Lamium, regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust watering according to rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to full shade) does not eliminate the need for water. Maintain 60 cm as a general spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and allows for easy maintenance. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 2, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
Throughout the seasons, ‘Pink Pewter’ Lamium benefits from timely care: shorten any portions that extend beyond the border and remove faded flower stems. The lamium gradually covers the ground; leave smaller neighboring perennials enough space to prevent them from disappearing under its stems. For plant combinations, consider astilbes, tiarellas, and hostas in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (June-September) and spread of 60 cm will serve as benchmarks for arranging other plants around this one.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
23.62 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Lamium 'Pink Pewter': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. For Lamium 'Pink Pewter', regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust the amount of water according to rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to full shade) does not eliminate the need for water. Lamium gradually covers the ground; give neighboring small perennials some space to prevent them from disappearing under its stems.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral to alkaline; general botanical group indication
Care level
Regular maintenance
Watering
For 'Pink Pewter' Lamium, regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust watering based on rainfall; this exposure (partial to full shade) does not eliminate the need for water.
Soil type
Humus-rich, retaining freshness during growth, with no stagnant water around the collar
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Regular freshness during growth
Seasonal care
Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’: shorten the parts that spill over the edge and remove faded flower stems. During its flowering period (June-September), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could be overshadowing the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try ‘Pink Pewter’ lamium in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). The substrate must remain moist; it will dry out faster than in open ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
8 inches (20.5 cm)
Width / spread
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Multicolored
Foliage type
Persistent to semi-persistent depending on the climate and winter conditions
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Creeping or prostrate
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
June-September
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants for Lamium 'Pink Pewter': astilbes, tiarellas, hostas. Choose varieties that tolerate partial to full shade and comparable moisture levels; allow sufficient space for each clump's mature size.
Plants to avoid
Around 'Pink Pewter' deadnettle, be sure to avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Lamium 'Pink Pewter'?
Provide partial to full shade and suitable soil (humus-rich, retaining moisture during growth, with no stagnant water around the collar). The deadnettle gradually covers the ground; leave some space for neighboring small perennials to prevent them from disappearing under its stems.
What's the best spot for 'Pink Pewter' Lamium?
Expect approximately 20 cm in height and 60 cm in width at maturity. Roughly 60 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for groundcover and border planting.
When does Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’ bloom?
The indicated period is June-September. The color palette of the flowers is pink, salmon. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Lamium 'Pink Pewter'?
For Lamium 'Pink Pewter', regularly check the soil around the root ball: it must remain moist. Water at the base when the surface starts to dry and adjust the amount of water according to rainfall; this exposure (partial to full shade) does not eliminate the need for water. Shorten any portions that spill over the edge and remove faded flower stalks.
Can Lamium 'Pink Pewter' be grown in a pot?
To try 'Pink Pewter' deadnettle in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). The substrate must remain moist; it will dry out faster than in open ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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