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Lamium White Nancy
Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy'
White Nancy Lamium is one of the best choices when a shade bed needs brightness at ground level. The silvery-white foliage does most of the work, and the white flowers give it a clean spring finish. I like it under trees, in front of hostas and ferns, and along shaded walkways. Give it drainage, some moisture, and a quick trim when it needs freshening up.
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A Silvery-White Shade Groundcover with Clean White Flowers
Bright Silver Foliage for Dark Shade Beds
White Nancy Lamium is a low-growing perennial groundcover grown for its silvery-white foliage, green leaf margins, and clean white flowers. Also known as White Nancy Spotted Deadnettle, this shade-loving perennial is one of the best groundcovers for brightening darker areas under trees, along shaded walkways, and in woodland-style beds.
The light foliage is the main feature for much of the year. It reflects light beautifully in shade, creating a soft, cool-toned carpet that pairs well with darker green hostas, ferns, hellebores, heuchera, brunnera, astilbe, and carex.
White Flowers for a Clean Spring Display
In late spring to early summer, White Nancy Lamium produces clusters of small, hooded white flowers above the foliage. The white flowers blend naturally with the silvery leaves, creating a refined, fresh look in part-shade and full-shade plantings.
In favorable conditions, White Nancy may continue flowering lightly after the main spring bloom. Even when flowers are absent, the foliage remains highly ornamental and keeps the planting bright, tidy, and useful throughout the season.
A Low Groundcover for Shade, Edging, and Containers
White Nancy Lamium stays low and spreads outward, making it useful as a shade groundcover, border edging plant, pathway softener, container spiller, or filler between larger shade perennials. Its trailing stems root as they spread, forming a mat that covers bare soil and reduces weed pressure.
Use it beneath shrubs, under small ornamental trees, along shaded foundations, on gentle shaded slopes, or in containers where the silver foliage can spill over the edge. It is best for ornamental coverage rather than heavy foot traffic.
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, and Low Maintenance
White Nancy Lamium is generally considered deer-resistant and rabbit-resistant, making it a practical choice for shaded gardens where browsing pressure can be frustrating. While no plant is completely deer-proof, Lamium is often less appealing than many softer shade perennials.
Once established, it is easy to maintain. Trim it back as needed to control spread, refresh tired foliage, or keep bed edges neat. This makes White Nancy a smart choice for gardeners who want attractive shade coverage without constant upkeep.
Easy Care in Part Shade to Full Shade
Plant White Nancy Lamium in part shade to full shade with moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some dry shade once established, but it looks best with consistent moisture and good drainage. Avoid compacted, soggy, or poorly drained soil, especially in winter.
Water regularly after planting until roots establish. Fertilizer is rarely needed in average garden soil. If plants become thin, leggy, or tired-looking after bloom, shear lightly to encourage fresh foliage and a denser groundcover mat.
| Hardiness Zone: | 3-8 |
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| Mature Height: | 6 to 8 Inches |
| Mature Width: | 24 to 36 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Part shade to full shade; tolerates some morning sun in cooler climates |
| Soil | Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil preferred; tolerates average soil and some dry shade once established |
| Water Requirements: | Water regularly after planting; prefers even moisture; avoid soggy soil |
| Bloom Time / Color | Late spring to early summer, with possible intermittent bloom; white flowers |
| Ornamental Features | Silvery-white foliage, white flowers, low spreading habit, shade-brightening groundcover effect |
| Wildlife Value | Flowers may attract bees and other pollinators |
| Resistance | Generally deer resistant and rabbit resistant; low maintenance; tolerates dry shade once established |
| Landscape Uses | Shade groundcover, edging, under trees, woodland garden, foundation bed, container spiller, shaded slope, border front, filler between hostas and ferns |
How to Care for Lamium White Nancy
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy White Nancy Lamium for years to come!
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How should I plant White Nancy Lamium?
Plant White Nancy Lamium in part shade to full shade with moist, well-drained soil. Choose a location where its silvery-white foliage can brighten the bed, such as under trees, along shaded walkways, near foundations, in woodland gardens, or between larger shade perennials. Dig a hole about as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, and water thoroughly. Space plants about 12–18 inches apart for quicker coverage, or farther apart if you want them to fill in gradually.
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How often should I water White Nancy Lamium after planting?
Water White Nancy Lamium deeply after planting, then keep the soil evenly moist while roots establish. During the first growing season, water when the top few inches of soil begin to dry. Once established, White Nancy can tolerate some dry shade, but it looks best with consistent moisture. Avoid soggy soil or areas that stay wet in winter, since overly wet conditions can cause decline.
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When should I fertilize White Nancy Lamium?
White Nancy Lamium usually needs little fertilizer in average garden soil. A light spring topdressing of compost is often enough to support healthy foliage and flowering. Avoid heavy fertilizing, especially in shade. Too much fertility can encourage soft, leggy growth. Proper light, good drainage, and steady moisture are more important than frequent feeding.
When and how should I prune White Nancy Lamium?
Prune White Nancy Lamium after the main spring bloom if plants become leggy, thin, or uneven. Light shearing encourages fresh foliage and helps maintain a tighter groundcover mat. You can also trim edges any time during the growing season to keep the plant within bounds. In late winter or early spring, remove any damaged or tired foliage before fresh new growth begins.
