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Stachys byzantina | Lamb’s Ear
Lamb’s Ear is a charming perennial grown for its velvety-soft, silver-gray foliage that feels like a lamb’s ear to the touch. Its dense, fuzzy leaves form low mounds, making it an excellent choice for borders, edging, and ground cover. In late spring to early summer, it sends up spikes of small purple flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Lamb’s Ear is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in sunny, well-drained locations, adding both texture and a soft, silvery accent to the garden.
Growing Stachys byzantina
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Light: Full sun for best growth and foliage color; tolerates light shade.
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Soil: Prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soil; avoid heavy clay.
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Water: Low to moderate water needs; water sparingly once established to prevent rot.
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Maintenance: Remove spent flower spikes and trim foliage to keep plants tidy; divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate growth.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9; cold-hardy and heat-tolerant.
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Wildlife: Attracts pollinators but is unappealing to deer and rabbits.
Shipping Info
The plant will be approximately 8–12 inches tall with a well-developed root system, grown in a 1-gallon container. Shipped without the container; roots and surrounding soil will be lightly moistened and wrapped in plastic for safe transport. Ready to plant immediately upon arrival.
Growing Zones
4 - 8
Low Temperature
-30°F
High Temperature
90°F
Fragrant
No
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
Purple
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil
Well-draining, dry soil
Moisture
Low
Sun Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Mature Spread
1-2 ft
Mature Height
1-1.5 ft
Bloom Period
Late spring to early summer
Pruning Time
As needed
Pet Safe
Yes
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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