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Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina) is a beloved perennial grown from seed for its soft, silvery foliage and dependable performance in the landscape. Native to the Middle East and parts of the Mediterranean, it has been cultivated for centuries in cottage and herb gardens for both ornamental appeal and traditional uses. Plants form low, spreading rosettes of thick, velvety leaves that resemble a lamb’s ear, with small pink to purple flower spikes appearing in late spring to early summer. It thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil and is especially well suited to borders, rock gardens, and dry or low-water landscapes across temperate regions. Hardy, drought tolerant once established, and generally deer resistant, Lamb’s Ear adds texture, contrast, and year-round interest to gardens.
