38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Stachys byzantina
Lamb's Ear
$15
15cm Pot
Mature height:
20 - 40 cm
Mature width:
30 - 60 cm
A popular, mat-forming perennial prized for its thick, soft, woolly, silver-grey leaves that feel like velvet. Produces tall, upright spikes of small, fuzzy, pink-purple flowers in summer.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Well-drained, poor, sandy, or gravelly soil.
Sunlight
Full sun to light shade; prefers protection from intense, baking sun.
Flower
Tall, fuzzy, pink-purple flower spikes in summer.
Care & Maintenance
Stachys byzantina is a classic, soft, silver-foliaged plant that is popular for its beautiful, felt-like, textural interest.
• Remove old, tattered leaves in the late winter.
• Plant in sunny, well-draining, and gritty garden soil.
• Very drought-tolerant once established in the ground.
• Hardy against frost and cold Central Otago winds.
Common Uses for
Stachys byzantina
01
Groundcover Drift
Forms a soft, tactile, silver, weed-suppressing carpet in sunny borders.
02
Edging Plant
The quintessential choice for soft-touch, silver-coloured, low path edging.
03
Xeriscape Texture
Provides a cool, metallic, structural anchor to dry, sunny garden layouts.
04
Sensory Garden
Its famously soft leaves are a delight to touch, perfect for children’s gardens.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only