Stachys byzantina 'Helene von Stein'
Lamb's Ears
- Produces dense mat of silver-gray leaves
- Foliage has an irresistible velvety feel
- Occasional spikes of pink flowers on tall stems
- Category: Perennials
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 4-8 in
- Spread: 12-18 in
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Creeping/Ground Cover |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Stachys byzantina 'Helene von Stein'
Stachys requires good well-drained soil. It is very drought tolerant. Take a rake for spring cleanup and rake up the unsightly foliage. Divide after a few years for thinning or if the centers become woody. Division is usually best in spring, but can be done in late summer.