Lami™ Dark Purple Lamium maculatum

Lami™ Dark Purple is a compact, semi-trailing spotted deadnettle grown for its early, abundant flowers and ground-covering habit. Danziger lists it at 15 cm tall and 25 cm wide, with a USDA hardiness range of zones 3–8; the foliage is silver-centered with dark green margins. ## Garden use Use this low selection along shaded bed edges, beneath taller shrubs, or in containers where its stems can spill over the rim. The [Danziger plant page](https://www.danzigeronline.com/catalog/perennials_catalog/lami-dark-purple/) identifies it as part of the LAMI™ series and lists semi-trailing growth and early flowering. The [RHS profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/344231/lamium-maculatum-lami-dark-purple-lami-series/details) recommends full or partial shade and moist, free-draining soil. Spotted deadnettle can spread beyond its original patch, so allow room around smaller neighbors; the [University of Wisconsin Extension](https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/spotted-deadnettle-lamium-maculatum/) describes trimming stems to keep it in bounds. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and prolonged dry spells, especially in containers. Trim back wayward stems as needed; after flowering, a light cutback can encourage fresh foliage.