Lambs Ear Helen Von Stein Big Ears
Stachys byzantina 'Helen Von Stein'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years (divide to rejuvenate) |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Well-draining, poor to average soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Silvery-gray |
| Bloom | Rarely blooms, pinkish-purple if it does |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees (if it blooms) |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | North Creek Nurseries |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Avoid overhead watering to prevent leaf rot.
Maintenance
Remove dead or damaged leaves as needed.
Cleanup
Clean up matted foliage in spring.
Notes
Larger leaves than species, rarely flowers.