Stachys byzantina, commonly known as Lamb's Ear, is a beloved hardy perennial prized for its wonderfully soft, silvery-grey woolly foliage. This low-growing, mat-forming plant makes an excellent ground cover, gently spreading to create dense carpets of velvety leaves that are irresistible to touch. In summer, upright flower spikes emerge bearing small whorls of pink-purple blooms, adding subtle colour and attracting pollinators to the garden.

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Stachys byzantina is a wonderfully drought-tolerant and low-maintenance perennial. It is perfectly suited to border edging, gravel gardens, rockeries, sensory gardens and dry planting schemes. The striking silver foliage provides beautiful contrast when planted alongside darker-leaved or brightly flowering companion plants.

This set includes 3 or 6 established plants, each supplied as a 1Ltr root ball, ready for planting out into the garden or into containers.

What's Included:

• 3 or 6 x Stachys byzantina (Lamb's Ear) plants


• Each supplied as a 1Ltr root ball


• Established and ready for planting

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Stachys byzantina


• Common Names: Lamb's Ear, Woolly Hedgenettle, Donkey's Ears


• Classification: Hardy herbaceous evergreen perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 30–45 cm × 30–60 cm


• Growth Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming ground cover


• Perfect for: Ground Cover, Border Edging, Gravel Gardens, Rockeries, Sensory Gardens, Containers


• Flowering Time: June to August (pink-purple flower spikes)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor and dry soils


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H5)


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Other Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial


• Foliage: Soft, densely woolly, silvery-grey leaves


• Watering: Low once established; avoid overwatering and waterlogged conditions

Planting & Care Tips:

• Plant in a sunny position with well-drained soil for best foliage colour and coverage.


• Space plants approximately 30–40 cm apart to allow natural spreading.


• Avoid heavy, wet or waterlogged soils, as this can cause the woolly leaves to rot.


• Remove spent flower spikes to encourage fresh foliage growth, or leave them for added wildlife interest.


• Divide established clumps every few years in spring to maintain vigour and manage spread.

Notes: Stachys byzantina is a particularly tactile plant, making it a wonderful addition to sensory and children's gardens. The soft, silver foliage retains its appeal throughout much of the year, providing long-lasting interest and structure.