Xela's Garden
Plants In Xela's Garden
Lambs' Ears
Reminders for this plant
Due 6 months ago:
Division
To propagate, divide as soon as growth begins in spring.
Due in 5 months:
Divide
To propagate, divide as soon as growth begins in spring.
Photos of this plant
About this plant
Genus: Stachys.
Species: Stachys byzantina.
Planted Vistabile fence border 06.01
Lambs' ears is a well-known , popular for its soft, fluffy foliage. Once established, plants are reasonably drought-tolerant, making this a good choice for a dry sunny border or gravel garden.
Plant Type:ground-covering perennial
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill Level: Beginner
Position:
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Dry, Sandy
Exposure: Full sun / partial shade
Flowers: June to September
not very conspicuous, being hidden among the felt
Height: 45cm
Spread: 60cm
Evergreen:
The leaves are often retained quite late into autumn or winter in mild areas, but the plant is not properly evergreen, and the foliage falls eventually to be replaced by a fresh crop in spring.
Time to divide plants: March to April
To propagate, divide as soon as growth begins in spring.
Looks good with:
Achillea 'Appleblossom'
Verbascum 'Gainsborough'