100 Seeds Lamb's Ear (Stachys Byzantina Lanata) - Silvery Drought-Tolerant Perennial Ground Cover

Overview

Lamb's Ear (Stachys Byzantina Lanata) is a hardy perennial known for its soft, silvery, velvet-textured leaves and delicate lilac flowers. This plant grows between 12 to 16 inches tall and is an excellent choice for drought-tolerant ground cover or as an accent in garden beds, especially near roses. Its unique foliage adds a cool, silvery tone to any garden setting.

Key Features

• Hardy perennial with self-seeding growth habit
• Silvery leaves with lilac blooms appearing in summer
• Thrives in full sun to partial shade environments
• Low maintenance and drought tolerant
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 5.8 and 7.2
• Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8

Growing Information

Lamb's Ear seeds should be started in moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until germination occurs. The plant flourishes in full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to a range of garden conditions. Its drought tolerance makes it suitable for low-water landscapes, and it performs well as a ground cover or border plant.