Lamb's Ear

Stachys byzantina

easy outdoor ✓ Pet safe

💧 Watering

Every 2–3 weeks, allow soil to dry between waterings

☀️ Light

Full sun

💦 Humidity

Low

🌡️ Temperature

30–90°F (-1–32°C)

🪏 Soil

Well-draining, average to poor soil

✨ Fertilizing

Once in spring

🪴 Repotting

Divide every 3–4 years

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About Lamb's Ear

Soft silvery-woolly leaves that children love to touch. Excellent groundcover or edging plant that glows in moonlight.

Care tips

  • Remove flower spikes to keep foliage looking best
  • Hates wet humid conditions — excellent drainage essential
  • Glows beautifully in moonlight or artificial light

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