Stachys byzantina 'Big Ears'

Lamb's Ears, Woundwort

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Lavender
Bloom time Mid Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, ground cover, massing, rock garden
Height 6" to 18" / 15cm to 45cm
Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage, naturalizing