Stachys 'Silver Carpet' lamb's ears from North Creek Nurseries

Stachys 'Silver Carpet'

Common: lamb's ears

Stachys 'Silver Carpet' - 50 per flat

  • Height: 12"
  • Spread: 12"-18"
  • Spacing: 12"
  • Hardiness Zone(s): 4-9

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Plant Details

This cultivar features smaller leaves and finer texture than 'Helene von Stein', and seldom blooms. Silky hairs cover the leaves, giving them a very silvery appearance overall. Great for hot, dry locations.

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure

  • Full Sun

Soil Moisture Needs

  • Dry
  • Average

Plug Type

  • Horticultural Plug

Attributes

  • Ornamental Foliage
  • Groundcover
  • Cut Flower
  • Evergreen

Propagation Type

  • Vegetative

Care & Maintenance

S. byzantina prefers dry to moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Drought, heat and humidity resistant. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Spreads rapidly. Propagate by seed or division. Cut back dead foliage in the fall for new growth in the spring. Best used as a border, groundcover or in rock gardens.