lamb's ears
Stachys lavandulifolia
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Offsets
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Lavender to pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Lamb's ears (Stachys lavandulifolia) prefer well-drained soil and should be watered frequently to keep the soil evenly moist. Water deeply at least twice a week during hot, dry periods and every 3-4 days during cooler times. Make sure you also reduce watering in cooler months and during the winter months to avoid rotting the plant.
sunlight
Lamb's ears need 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day and prefer sunny climates, however they don't tolerate extreme temperatures or excessive heat. The best times for lamb's ears to get the right amount of sun are during the morning and mid-day. They should avoid direct sunlight during the hottest time of day (generally between 11am-3pm).
pruning
Lamb's ears (Stachys lavandulifolia) should be pruned once or twice a year, in either late winter or early spring. You should only prune enough to maintain the shape of the plant and remove any dead, woody stems. Pruning should only remove around 1-third of the plant's height, as cutting too much can cause it to become leggy or lack in foliage.
