Lamb's Ear - Perennial

Product Information

Seed Count: ~25+ seeds
Botanical Name: Stachys byzantina
Plant Type: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Frost Hardy: Yes

Lamb’s Ears Seeds for Texture and Pollinator-Friendly Gardens

Lamb’s ears are a hardy perennial known for their soft, silver, fuzzy leaves that add distinctive texture to garden beds and borders. Tall spikes of purple flowers appear above the foliage, attracting pollinators while adding vertical interest. Highly drought tolerant and easy to grow, lamb’s ears thrive in full sun and require minimal care once established. As a trusted Canadian seed shop, quality is always our top priority. Explore our seed collections to find carefully selected varieties suited to your growing space.

A Low-Maintenance Perennial for Sunny Gardens

Lamb’s ears are well suited to low-maintenance landscapes, rock gardens, and perennial borders. Their drought tolerance and resilience make them an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable performance with minimal upkeep.

Growing Details

Seed Depth: Lightly cover
Watering: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings once established

FAQs

How do I grow lamb’s ears from seed?

In order to grow lamb’s ears from seed, you need to sow seeds in well-drained soil and keep them lightly covered and consistently moist during germination. Full sun encourages strong growth and silvery foliage.

Are lamb’s ears drought tolerant?

Yes, lamb’s ears are highly drought tolerant once established and prefer drier soil conditions.

Do lamb’s ears attract pollinators?

Lamb’s ears produce purple flower spikes that attract bees and other pollinators during the blooming period.