Stachys 'Helene Von Stein'

Helene Von Stein Lamb's Ears

Helen von Stein Lamb’s Ear is grown for its broad, pale silver leaves and thick, woolly texture. The foliage gathers close to the ground, making a soft-looking contrast beside darker leaves or upright flowers.

The low planting spreads outward and works as an edging or a patch of groundcover. Leaves may remain through mild winters. Its broad foliage gives the garden texture even when no flowers are present.

Choose sun or partial shade and very well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged wetness on the leaves or around the roots; some afternoon shade is useful in hot locations.

Size
• Height: 8 in
• Width: 3 ft

Hardiness
• Cold-hardiness reference: USDA Zone 4

Best Uses
• Border
• Ground Cover
• Rock Garden

Plant type

Groundcover, Perennial, Semi Evergreen

Height

8 in

Width

3 ft

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Silver

Soil

Dry Area, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Ground Cover, Rock Garden

Shape

Low Spreading, Mat forming

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No