White Nancy Dead Nettle
Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy'White Nancy Dead Nettle is a vigorous, low-growing perennial groundcover prized for its bright silver foliage, narrow green leaf margins, and crisp white flowers. Blooming from mid-spring into early summer, with occasional reblooming throughout the growing season, it forms a dense carpet that adds year-round texture and brightness to shaded gardens. The striking foliage remains attractive well after the flowers fade, making it one of the best groundcovers for difficult shady areas.
Its spreading habit makes it ideal for woodland gardens, beneath trees and shrubs, along pathways, and cascading over retaining walls or container edges. The delicate white blooms provide an elegant contrast against the silver foliage while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Typically growing 6 to 8 inches tall and spreading 18 to 24 inches or more, White Nancy quickly fills bare spaces while helping suppress weeds. Its compact growth and long-lasting foliage make it an excellent choice for mass plantings and mixed shade borders.
This perennial thrives in partial shade to shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Once established, it tolerates brief dry periods, although regular moisture will keep the foliage looking its best throughout the season.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in partial shade to shade in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Soil: Prefers fertile, organically rich soil with good drainage.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods.
Fertilizing: Apply compost or a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed.
Pruning: Trim after flowering or shear lightly to encourage fresh foliage and maintain a tidy appearance.
Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart for full coverage.
Maintenance: Divide every few years if needed to control spread and rejuvenate growth.
Its luminous silver leaves, delicate white flowers, and dependable groundcover habit make White Nancy Dead Nettle a standout choice for adding contrast and texture to shaded landscapes.
