Spotted deadnettle grows best in part shade — especially the silver types. Lamium maculatum grows best in part shade (especially for silver types which often need more light to maintain their color) or shade in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil, but in our climate will even grow in full sun.

Will dead nettle grow in shade?

Another thing to know is that although most fair best in moist conditions, dead nettles also will grow in dry shade. They do not, however, thrive in poorly drained or compacted soil and many types suffer from wintry wet soils with crown or stem rot.

Can dead nettle be grown in pots?

White Nancy Spotted Dead Nettle is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. ... Note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.