Lamium maculatum 'Ghost'
Best low-maintenance groundcover for gardeners looking to brighten shady spaces.
Lamium maculatum 'Ghost', commonly known as Spotted Deadnettle, is a perennial ground cover prized for its stunning silvery-green foliage. It produces rich purple flowers from late spring through early summer, adding a beautiful accent to shady areas. This plant is resistant to deer and rabbits and becomes drought tolerant once established. Its excellent spreading habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, edging, and groundcover. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers mostly shade to full shade conditions, making it a low-maintenance addition to any garden.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1066
/ 2700
#1066 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Pot Size
5.25
/ Inch Square Pot
Who it's for
- Gardeners looking to brighten dim, shaded landscape corners
- Busy homeowners wanting resilient, low-maintenance greenery
- Landscapers needing fast-growing groundcover to suppress stubborn weeds
Who should skip it
- Gardeners maintaining delicate, slow-growing plant collections
- Minimalists wanting a plant that requires zero pruning
- Residents in regions with extreme summer heat and humidity
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering perennials struggle to bloom.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, saving your garden from unwanted grazing.
Groundcover Efficacy
Aggressive spreading habit quickly fills gaps to suppress invasive garden weeds.
Foliage Impact
Striking silver leaves provide high-contrast brightness in dim garden corners.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in moist, well-drained soil.
Hardiness Range
Versatile enough to survive harsh winters across a wide climate spectrum.
Key Specs
Pot Size
5.25 Inch Square Pot
Garden Height
10-14 Inches
Garden Spread
12-18 Inches
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Features
- Stunning silvery-green foliage
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Drought tolerant once established
- Spreading growth habit ideal for groundcover
- Lights up shady areas
- Vibrant purple flowers
What customers say
Customers consistently express high satisfaction with the Lamium maculatum 'Ghost' from Romence Gardens, primarily highlighting its exceptional quality and striking aesthetic appeal. Reviewers frequently commend the plants for arriving healthy, well packaged, and ready to thrive. Many appreciate the vigorous growth and the distinctive silver foliage, which provides a beautiful, bright contrast in shaded garden areas. Its ability to establish quickly and maintain its vibrant appearance adds significant visual interest, making it a valued addition for gardeners seeking reliable, attractive groundcover. The plant's overall performance and unique look consistently exceed expectations.
Know before you buy
This plant thrives in mostly shade to full shade conditions. It is an excellent choice for brightening up darker corners of your garden where other flowering plants might struggle to bloom.
Yes, Lamium maculatum 'Ghost' is considered resistant to both deer and rabbits. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, its foliage is generally unappealing to them.
With a spread of 12-18 inches, it has a moderate spreading habit that makes it ideal for groundcover. You can space them accordingly to achieve your desired density, though it is not considered aggressively invasive.
While it prefers moist, well-drained soil, it becomes drought-tolerant once it is fully established. During the first growing season, you should provide regular water to help it settle in.
Absolutely. Its trailing, spreading habit makes it a beautiful choice for containers, especially as a filler or spiller element in shaded pots.
Lamium maculatum 'Ghost' is hardy in zones 3-8. It is a reliable perennial that will return each spring across a wide range of climates.
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