Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet'

Lamb's Ears, Woundwort

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color n/a
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 7" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Spread 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Growth rate Fast
Bloom attributes Flowers are rare
Leaf color Green, silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage, naturalizing