Lamb's ear plant: growing guide for Central Texas
Lamb's ear (Stachys byzantina) is a low, silver-leaved groundcover grown for its soft, fuzzy foliage.
- Sun
- Full sun to part shade
- Water
- Low once established
- Soil
- Well-drained; dislikes soggy ground
Where it does well
Lamb's ear suits borders, edging and rock gardens. In Texas heat it appreciates some afternoon shade. Its fuzzy leaves hold moisture, so wet, poorly drained soil and overhead watering can cause rot.
Preparing the bed for lamb's ear
Central Texas ground is often heavy clay or thin soil over limestone. Loosen the soil and mix in topsoil or a garden soil blend so water drains away. A gravel or decomposed granite top dressing keeps leaves off wet ground. Top the finished bed with 2–3 inches of mulch, kept a few inches off the stems, to hold moisture through summer.
Materials we deliver for this project
We don't sell plants. Get the bulk materials delivered by the ton across Austin and Central Texas.