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Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet'

Lamb's Ear

£6.99
£6.99
Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet' offers a dense mat of soft, silvery leaves with minimal flowering, prized for its tactile texture and weed-suppressing habit.
  • Evergreen silvery foliage
  • Excellent drought resistance
  • Ideal for sensory gardens
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Very hardy

    • Flowers

      Rarely flowers

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy, Chalky, Light soil

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    • Why we like this plant

      This is a go-to choice for low-maintenance ground cover in sunny, dry spots. Its tactile leaves add year-round visual interest, and it's particularly valued in sensory, wildlife-friendly, and Mediterranean-style gardens.

    • About this plant

      Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet', commonly known as Lamb's Ear, is a hardy, evergreen perennial grown primarily for its dense, velvety foliage rather than its flowers. The silver-grey leaves are thick, woolly, and irresistibly soft to the touch – ideal for sensory gardens and children’s planting areas. Unlike other varieties, 'Silver Carpet' produces very few flowers, allowing its neat, ground-hugging foliage to remain uninterrupted. It is excellent for edging borders, softening paths, and thriving in dry, sunny spots where other plants may struggle.

    • Key features

      • Silvery, velvety foliage
      • Low-growing and weed-suppressing
      • Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

    • Height and
      spread

      15–25cm high × 30–60cm wide

    • Growth
      habit

      Low-growing, spreading ground cover

    • Moisture

      Free-draining

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Front of borders, edging paths, rock gardens

    Planting guide

    Plant in full sun in free-draining soil. Space 30–40cm apart to allow for spreading. Avoid overly rich soils which may encourage floppy growth.

    Care tips

    Remove any flower spikes that may appear to maintain the plant's tidy appearance. Trim back dead or untidy foliage in early spring. Avoid overwatering, particularly in humid conditions, to prevent rot.

    Winter care

    'Silver Carpet' is very hardy and evergreen in milder regions. In colder areas, some leaf dieback may occur – simply tidy up in spring. Ensure excellent drainage in winter to avoid root rot.