In a quiet corner of York cemetery, Katharine and I found a mass of these rather attractive leaves. They are the leaves of the Yellow Archangel plant (Lamium galeobdolon).
It is a widespread wildflower in Europe, and has been introduced elsewhere as a garden plant. It displays the zygomorphic flower morphology, opposite leaves, and square stems typical of the mint family, Lamiaceae. It spreads easily and so has been commonly used as ornamental ground cover. It can be invasive in places where it is not native and caution must be taken when planting in these areas.
They formed a very attractive display in the cemetery.
I nearly heat them. Got them in my garden as a gift from the publick garden beside and try hopeless to get with of those. Great shot to remind me I`ve to work in my garden soon.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
As Ferry (@pyrrhula) comments, they can be a real problem to get rid of if you decide you don't want them in your garden anymore!
Ian
Thank you Monica, they form attractive ground cover.
Ian