GENERAL INFORMATION
Scientific Name: Stachys byzantina
CommonName: Lamb's Ear
Hardiness Zone: 4a - 8b
Hardiness Degree: -25°F (-25°C)
Blooming Season: Summer
Plant Habit: Spreading
Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage
Water: Light
Fertilizer: None or when needed only
Spacing: 14 - 17" (36 - 43cm)
Height: 2 - 5" (5 - 13cm)
Width: 12 - 15" (30 - 38cm)
Exposure: Sun
PROPAGATION
Media EC/pH: EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 500 ppm IBA
Mist: Low to moderate
Fertilization: 50-75 ppm N starting day 7
Pinching: Pinch once, prior to transplant.
Transplanting: 35-42 days after sticking
FINISHING
Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 56 to 64°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 76°F (18 to 24°C)
Light Level (fc): 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: No
Watering: Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Pinch After Transplant: Typically not required
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Not particularly sensitive. Use well-drained media.
CROP SCHEDULING
1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Rooted: 4-6 wks
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Rooted: 6-8 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: 10-12 wks
Bloom Months: June to July