Lamb’s Ear
Stachys byzantina
1 quart pot
 
A classic and tactile garden favorite, lamb’s ear is prized for its soft, velvety silver-gray leaves that create a dense, low-growing mat. The fuzzy foliage adds a unique sensory element to the garden and provides a beautiful contrast to green and flowering plants. In early summer, upright spikes of small purple-pink flowers rise above the foliage, adding vertical interest.
 
This tough and drought-tolerant perennial thrives in well-drained soil and sunny locations. It performs best in lean soils and benefits from good air circulation to keep foliage healthy. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and edging, it spreads gradually to form an attractive groundcover with minimal maintenance.
 
Herbaceous perennial groundcover
Zones 4–9
Full to part sun
Grows 6–12 in. tall x 12–24 in. wide (spreading)
Low water needs once established; requires well-drained soil
Deer-resistant
Blooms Jun–Jul