Stachys byzantina (Lamb’s Ears)

Named for its soft, silvery gray leaves, this plant produces purplish flowers in July. Best when the old flower stalks are removed following bloom. It grows 1 ft. tall and spreads itself liberally about the garden. It prefers full sun, well-drained soil and once-a-week watering. ‘Silver Carpet’ is a non-flowering cultivar that is lower in maintenance and less invasive. This plant is not bothered by rabbits, squirrels nor deer.

Category:  Perennial

Water Use:  Low

Sun Exposure:  Full Sun

Height x Spread:  N/A

Native:  No

Color:  Purple

Bees:  Yes

Birds:  No

Butterflies:  No

Cut Flower:  No

Utility Tree:  No

Extra Maintenance:  Yes

Soil:  N/A

Fall Color:  No

Bloom Time:  Summer