Plants in genus stachys
Stachys germanica
Stachys germanica, a larger lamb's ear species, is known for its larger foliage and stalks of lavender flowers in summer. This plant is rabbit resistant and thrives in sun to light shade, making it a durable choice for gardens seeking unique texture and color.
Stachys macrantha
Stachys macrantha is a small clumping perennial with spikes of pink and purple flowers. It features green foliage and is known for its rabbit-resistant qualities. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is a popular choice for perennial gardens.
Stachys coccinea
Stachys coccinea, also known as scarlet hedgenettle or Texas betony, is native from Arizona to Texas and Baja California Sur, Mexico to Nicaragua. It features coral-red flowers and grows 12-18 inches tall, thriving in USDA zone 10. The plant has Nepeta-like foliage and produces 18-inch stalks of salmon-red flowers in late spring. Its vibrant blooms and adaptability to sunny locations make it a striking addition to gardens.
Stachys coccinea 'Hot Spot Coral'
Stachys coccinea 'Hot Spot Coral' is a native plant of the southwestern US, known for its bright coral-red tubular flowers. It is adaptable to most soils and is a favorite of hummingbirds. This plant is hardier than expected and grows up to 18 inches tall.
Stachys persica
Stachys persica is a perennial plant with fuzzy leaves resembling lamb's ear and produces spikes of purple flowers in late spring. Native to Persia, this plant is suitable for sun conditions and adds a unique texture to gardens.
Stachys 'Hummelo'
Stachys 'Hummelo' is an evergreen, non-running mint relative with thumb-sized green leaves and 20-inch stalks of lavender flowers. It was the 2019 Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year and is highly attractive to bees.
Stachys palaestina
Stachys palaestina, commonly known as lamb's ear, is a low-growing perennial with extremely hairy, silvery grey leaves. It serves as a silvery groundcover and produces stalks of light lavender flowers in summer. This plant is rabbit-resistant and thrives in sunny garden areas, adding texture and color to landscapes.
Stachys officinalis 'Pink Cotton Candy'
Stachys officinalis 'Pink Cotton Candy' is a perennial with puffy pink blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It has tidy, dark green foliage and thrives in part shade. This plant blooms non-stop for 8 weeks and handles various soil types.
Stachys byzantina 'Helene Von Stein'
Stachys byzantina 'Helene Von Stein', commonly known as Lamb's Ear, is admired for its velvety, silver leaves that create a soft, mounding habit. This drought-tolerant plant produces pink dusky blooms in the summer, attracting butterflies to the garden. It is easy to care for and prefers well-drained soils, making it a popular choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet'
Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet', commonly known as lamb's ear, is a groundcover plant with soft, silvery, fuzzy foliage. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adding texture and color to gardens. This plant is mostly non-flowering, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners seeking a unique foliage plant.
Stachys officinalis 'Hummelo'
Stachys officinalis 'Hummelo' is a perennial groundcover known for its dense, glossy dark-green foliage and rosy-lavender flower spikes that bloom in mid-summer. It is drought-tolerant once established and attracts pollinators, including hummingbirds. This plant thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is resistant to deer, making it a low-maintenance addition to gardens.
Stachys byzantina
Stachys byzantina, commonly known as lamb's ear, is a low-growing perennial with soft, fuzzy, sterling-green foliage. It blooms with purplish-pink flowers in mid-summer and is drought-tolerant once established.
Stachys 'Countess Helene Von Stein'
Stachys 'Countess Helene Von Stein' is a perennial known for its large, soft, and fuzzy silver leaves, providing a unique texture to gardens. It is heat- and humidity-resistant and rarely flowers, making it a reliable foliage plant for sunny to partially shaded areas.
Stachys byzantina 'Helen Von Stein'
Stachys byzantina 'Helen Von Stein' is a low-maintenance plant with large, fuzzy silver-green foliage. It grows to a height of 10 inches and spreads 18-24 inches. This drought-tolerant plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.