Species yellow archangel Guide
clusters of lemon-yellow, funnel-shaped, hairy flowers with brown markings on lower lips, green, hairy, sepals, green, hairy stems, and green leaves

yellow archangel

Lamium galeobdolon

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Yellow, flecked brown Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

silver,green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Poisonous To Pets:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Yellow archangel (Lamium galeobdolon) plantsshould be watered thoroughly, but infrequently. The soil should be kept moderately moist at all times, so water when the top 2 inches (5 cm) of soil is dry. Generally, this will be every few days during the warmer growing season and every 5-7 days during the cooler season. Avoid overwatering, however, as wet soil can lead to root rot. In cooler climates, these plants can go almost completely dormant and will not need to be watered as often.

sunlight

Yellow archangel plants require 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight a day. When possible, exposure to morning sunlight is best as the intense mid-day sun can scorch tender young foliage. The plants also thrive in partial shade, making them ideal for a range of garden settings. Avoid planting your archangel in deep shade as this can compromise blooming and overall plant health.

pruning

The Yellow Archangel plant should be pruned in the spring, after it has finished flowering. This will encourage healthy growth for the rest of the season. Prune the plant lightly, removing only dead or diseased stems and leaves and any weak or old growth. It is not necessary to remove more than a third of the plant. Pruning can be done with a pair of scissors or pruners, or by hand. The plant can also be cut back hard after flowering in order to keep it in bounds and in shape. If possible, avoid pruning in the late summer, as the plant may not have enough time to recover before the winter.