Stachys byzantina 'Silky Fleece'

Common Name: Silky Fleece Lamb's Ears

Bloomtime: Late Spring/Early Summer

Bloomcolor: Bronze

Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Height: 6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spread: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Water: Average Water Needs

Fragrant: N/A

Zone: 5

Deer Resistant: N/A

Attracts Butterflies: N/A

Characteristics: This dwarf variety forms a dense low carpet of soft and fuzzy silver-green leaves bearing upright spikes of lavender flowers in early summer; clip spent blooms to tidy up for rest of season; drought tolerant once established; evergreen in mild areas, Silky Fleece Lamb's Ears will grow to be only 3 inches tall at maturity extending to 10 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 10 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 8 inches apa, ,