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Lamb's Ears - Stachys byzantina

From Marie Iannotti, About.com

Lamb's Ears (Stachys) Photo

Lamb's Ears (Stachys) Photo

Marie Iannotti

Here in Wisconsin Lamb's Ear is a winner. It lasts well into Fall and spreads like crazy. It's light green color adds a good contrast to the other "greens" of the garden. Submitted by Becky

  • Zones: 4 - 8
  • Colors: Purple-Pink
  • Height: 12 - 18"Width: 18 - 24"
  • Bloom Period: Mid-Summer
  • Exposure: Full Sun / Partial Shade
  • Notes: Lamb's Ears are really grown for their fuzzy, silver foliage. Once the flowers fade, the plants will look much better if your trim them back and remove any dead leaves.

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