GLECHOMA hederacea 'Variegata' - (15) Flat
Common Name: Variegated Creeping Charlie, Nepeta hederacea 'Variegata', Ale Ivy, Field Balm, Variegated alehoof, variegated ground ivy.
Zones 6 to 10.
Full sun to part shade.
Plants reach 2 to 4 inches tall and spread 2 to 4 feet wide;
dense, trailing ground cover.
Growth rate: aggressive or even invasive in some conditions.
This low trailing perennial member of the sage and mint family has heart-shaped leaves that have a hint of mint when foliage is brushed or crushed. Small, fragrant purple spikes bloom over pale-green and white foliage early spring to mid-summer.
A dependable, attractive vine that fills in quickly; Glechoma hederacea, or Ale Ivy, was once used instead of hops for flavoring and preserving beer. However, Glechoma hederacea is considered an invasive species in AL, CT, DC, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OR, PA, TN, VA, WI, and WV; plant with care in these regions of the country. Excellent in containers (ideal for hanging baskets), drought tolerant, fragrant, ground cover, for cascading over walls and tolerates foot traffic. Deer resistant. |
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