{"product_id":"ghost-lamium","title":"Ghost Lamium (Lamium maculatum ‘Ghost’)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright Silver Foliage for Dark Garden Spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhost Lamium is a low-growing perennial groundcover known for its bright silver-white foliage and soft purple-pink flowers. Botanically known as Lamium maculatum ‘Ghost’, this shade-loving plant gives dark garden beds a clean, luminous look that stands out under trees, along walkways, in woodland borders, and beneath shrubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nearly silver leaves are the main attraction. They brighten shady areas even when the plant is not in bloom, making Ghost Lamium especially useful where green foliage alone would disappear into the background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple-Pink Flowers in Spring and Early Summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhost Lamium produces small hooded flowers in shades of purple, lavender, or pink-purple, typically appearing in spring and often continuing lightly into early summer. The flowers rise just above the foliage and add a soft seasonal layer without overwhelming the silver leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese blooms make the plant more than just a foliage groundcover. Use Ghost Lamium near patios, paths, and front-of-border shade plantings where the flowers and silver leaves can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Creeping Groundcover for Shade and Part Shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhost Lamium spreads by trailing stems that root where they touch the soil, gradually forming a low mat. This makes it helpful for filling bare soil under trees, softening bed edges, covering shaded slopes, and weaving between larger shade perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt grows best in part shade to shade with average, well-drained soil. Lamium appreciates even moisture, especially while establishing, but it can tolerate some dry shade once rooted in. Avoid constantly wet or poorly drained sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent with Hostas, Ferns, and Woodland Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silver foliage of Ghost Lamium pairs beautifully with darker green hostas, ferns, hellebores, heuchera, brunnera, astilbe, foamflower, and other shade perennials. Its low habit makes it a strong ground-layer plant beneath taller foliage and flowering companions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhost Lamium also works well in containers and hanging baskets as a trailing spiller. The silver foliage softens pot edges and adds contrast to shade-friendly annuals, tropicals, and perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Maintenance with the Right Boundaries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhost Lamium is generally considered deer-resistant and low-maintenance once established. It does not need regular pruning, but it can be trimmed after flowering, or anytime it grows beyond its intended space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Lamium is a spreading groundcover, it is best used where coverage is wanted. Edge the planting, trim wandering stems, or divide clumps as needed to keep it tidy. In rich, moist shade, it may spread more quickly than in dry shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Goods Direct","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Pot","offer_id":67585037533280,"sku":"35390","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1030\/0480\/files\/ghost-lamium-lamium-maculatum-ghost-1260274798.jpg?v=1790698466","url":"https:\/\/gardengoodsdirect.com\/products\/ghost-lamium","provider":"Garden Goods Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}