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Stachys byzantina

Lamb's Ear

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Linda Engstrom/Chandler

 

Description

This tiny shrub will grow less than 1' tall and has medium-size, greyish-green leaves with blue and lavender flowers that bloom in the spring. This shrub is grown more for its velvety leaves than the flowers. It is drought tolerant once it's established. Be careful not to overwater.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.