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Lamb's Ear
Stachys byzantina
Lamb's Ear
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Soft, fluffy foliage, spreads to form a silvery mat. Heat and drought tolerant, though may burn in extreme summer sun. Evergreen in warmer areas with mild winters. Spreads by runners. Spikes of thick purple flowers bloom for a short period in summer. Requires well-draining soil or may suffer from root-rot and diseases.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Deer resistant.
- Low maintenance.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Lamb's Ear get?
About 6-12" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Lamb's Ear need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Lamb's Ear need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Lamb's Ear grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Lamb's Ear deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Lamb's Ear in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Lamb's Ear wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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