Lamb's Ear
Stachys byzantina
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Lamb's Ear
Lamb's Ear (Stachys byzantina) is a spreading perennial from the Middle East and Central Asia, grown primarily for its large, densely woolly silver-white leaves that are remarkably soft to the touch. Tall spikes of small pink-purple flowers appear in summer, and it is widely used as an edging or foliage accent plant. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Purple
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun to partial shade; in NE Florida's intense summer heat, afternoon shade reduces leaf scorch and crown rot risk. At least 4–6 hours of direct sun ensures best foliage density.
Lamb's Ear is drought-tolerant once established — water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry between waterings. In NE Florida's humid summers, keep soil well-drained and avoid wetting foliage to prevent crown rot and fungal disease.
Grow in sandy, well-drained soil; rich or moist soils invite rot. Fertilize lightly once in spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer. Excellent drainage is critical in Florida's humid climate.
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Common questions
Is Lamb's Ear a good plant for St. Augustine?
Lamb's Ear is a groundcover for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with low salt tolerance, reaching 12-18 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.