Lambs' ears typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
lambs' ears
Stachys byzantina 'Silky Fleece'
Lambs' ears (Stachys byzantina 'Silky Fleece') are a hardy and attractive perennial plant that can be grown in many different climate zones. They have grey-green leaves that feel soft and silky to the touch, just like a lamb's ear! In the summertime, they produce tall stalks of small, pink flowers that will attract bees and butterflies into your garden. Lambs' ears can thrive in sunny or partially shaded locations, even in dry or rocky soil. They are a great choice for borders or rock gardens and will stay evergreen and provide color to your garden even in the winter.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Lavender Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Lambs' ears should be watered when the top 1-2 inches of soil become dry. Depending on the season and indoor or outdoor environment, watering should take place every 5-7 days in the summer, and every 7-10 days in cooler months. When watering, be sure to thoroughly moisten the soil; water should reach the roots but not leave standing water or pools of excess water on the surface. Once established, this plant is quite drought tolerant; in the summer, it may not need to be watered at all in some climates.
sunlight
Lambs' ears (Stachys byzantina 'Silky Fleece') should generally be grown in full sunlight for best results. They should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight every day, with 8 hours being ideal. They do well in morning sun and afternoon shade or bright, indirect light throughout the day. Direct sunlight should be avoided in the hottest part of the day to help prevent stress and wilting.
pruning
Lambs' ears (Stachys byzantina 'Silky Fleece') should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before the plant begins putting out new growth. Remove any damaged, dead, or sickly stems, cutting them off at the base as close to the soil level as possible. Additionally, you should trim the stems back by 1-third to 1-half of their total length. This will encourage the plant to branch out and fill in more densely. Keep in mind that pruning should only be done sparingly; too much pruning can stimulate excessive plant growth and reduce the overall density of the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Lambs' ears typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
