Stachys 'Lambs Ear' Summer Sweets 2L
Common Name: Lamb’s Ear ‘Summer Sweets’
Latin Name: Stachys byzantina ‘Summer Sweets’
Plant Type: Perennial
Description: Stachys byzantina ‘Summer Sweets’ is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial with soft, velvety silver-grey foliage that forms a dense carpet of texture. In summer it produces short spikes of delicate pink-purple flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage.
Garden Impact: Ideal for edging borders, rock gardens and dry sunny spots, it creates a soft, tactile ground cover that works well in modern and cottage-style planting schemes. Its foliage provides year-round interest and excellent contrast against stronger greens and brighter flowers.
Light & Water Requirements: Thrives in full sun in well-drained soil and requires only low to moderate watering once established.
Size (Fully Grown): Approximately 20–30cm high × 30–50cm spread
Pet Friendliness: Yes, Stachys is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Description
Common Name: Lamb’s Ear ‘Summer Sweets’
Latin Name: Stachys byzantina ‘Summer Sweets’
Plant Type: Perennial
Description: Stachys byzantina ‘Summer Sweets’ is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial with soft, velvety silver-grey foliage that forms a dense carpet of texture. In summer it produces short spikes of delicate pink-purple flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage.
Garden Impact: Ideal for edging borders, rock gardens and dry sunny spots, it creates a soft, tactile ground cover that works well in modern and cottage-style planting schemes. Its foliage provides year-round interest and excellent contrast against stronger greens and brighter flowers.
Light & Water Requirements: Thrives in full sun in well-drained soil and requires only low to moderate watering once established.
Size (Fully Grown): Approximately 20–30cm high × 30–50cm spread
Pet Friendliness: Yes, Stachys is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
