How to Care for Lamium amplexicaule (Henbit deadnettle)

Korean name: 광대나물

Henbit deadnettle is a common wildflower found in springtime open fields. It has rounded, wavy-edged leaves and clusters of light purple flowers forming a round shape. It is easy to grow and typically thrives outdoors.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: Europe, parts of Asia
• Growth rate: Fast
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: wildflower, spring bloom, easy to grow, cold hardy
• Also known as: Henbit deadnettle, Henbit

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers a sunny location.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
• Soil: Grows well in well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity.
• Temperature: 10~25°C
• Fertilizer: Can grow well without additional fertilizer.

Common questions

How often should you water Lamium amplexicaule?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Lamium amplexicaule?

It likes Prefers a sunny location.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Grows well in well-draining soil..

Is Lamium amplexicaule safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Lamium amplexicaule good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 10~25°C. Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity.. Fertilise Can grow well without additional fertilizer..