Stachys Species, Betony, Lamb's Ear

Stachysspathulata

Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Stachys (STAK-iss)
Species
spathulata (spath-yoo-LAY-tuh)
Synonym
Stachys karasmontana
Stachys minima
Stachys pachycalymna
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Shiny/Glossy
Succulent
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Magenta (pink-purple)
Lavender
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
By simple layering
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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