lamb's ears

Overview

Lambs Ears (Stachys lavandulifolia) is an attractive, deer-resistant perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 though 9. Its leaves are downy, wooly, and shaped like those of a lamb, for which it is named. The flowers are an unusual soft purple-pink color and are borne in spikes. It grows to a height of 12 to 18 inches, with a spread of between 12 and 24 inches. Its soft and fuzzy foliage is attractive in borders, edging beds, gardens, pathways, and containers. It is easy to grow, requires only regular watering, and can be propagated by division.

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