Stachys byzantina 'Helene von Stein'

Lamb's Ears or Big Ears


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms

  • Soft, furry, green leaves with silver sheen
  • Tall spikes of purple flowers
  • Cumping, ground-cover habit
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Great Foliage
Ground Cover
Ground Cover
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Rabbit Resistant



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in full sun with average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil Afternoon light shade can be beneficial in hot summer climates Spreads by creeping stems, can be aggressive in rich soil Drought tolerant


Height: 18 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Spacing: 18-24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Ground Cover
  • Container
  • Great Foliage
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Edging
  • Border or Bed

Critter Resistance:

  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Deer Resistant
  • Squirrel Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Creeping/Ground Cover

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Gray

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Spring Bloomer
  • Fall
  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Average Water