Purple Dead-nettle (Lamium Purpureum) is a annual herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lamium purpureum is a fast-growing annual herbaceous plant in the mint family, known for its distinctive purple-tinged leaves and small pinkish-purple flowers.

Purple Dead-nettle

Purple Dead-nettle

Lamium Purpureum

Lamium purpureum is a fast-growing annual herbaceous plant in the mint family, known for its distinctive purple-tinged leaves and small pinkish-purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, early nectar source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Purple Dead-nettle

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Lamium