Lambs Ear

Lambs ear is a flowering plant native to Armenia, Iran and Turkey. Although it’s native to these regions, the plant is native to much of the temperate world and is now widely cultivated. In a few areas, it has become a weed. In these regions, it can be harmful if ingested. Nevertheless, it is a useful plant to have in your garden. To learn more about lambs ear, read on.

Lambs ear, also known as Stachys byzantina, is used for medicinal purposes. The leaves of this plant can be cut and used as a bandage. Using this plant is also an effective way to produce medicinal oil. This oil is extracted from dried leaves by maceration at a low temperature or under the sun. The process helps to release the active molecules from the plant. This plant is mainly used as an otic and topical application.

Lambs ear is an excellent plant for the flower garden. It compliments other blue plants and looks beautiful in a border. It’s a great ground cover plant, and it’s a good choice for a children’s garden. Because of its cottony flowers and varigated foliage, lamb’s ear doesn’t bloom or spread as quickly as other plant types. When choosing a location, make sure you leave plenty of space between the plants.

Lambs ear is a perennial, but it’s a good choice for a sunny, dry garden. The leaves are fragrant and attractive. Its small white flowers attract birds, and the plants make a lovely cut flower. The plant is medicinally useful, and is also commonly known as woolly woundwort. Its seeds are an effective antibacterial, antiseptic, and antispasmodific. It also helps to fight off parasites and other diseases.

A plant containing lambs ear is not hard to grow. Once established, it needs only light and moderate moisture. It can tolerate drought conditions and can be divided every two to four years. Once the seeds have germinated, it’s time to plant them outside in your garden. The resulting flower stalks will appear in late spring. When planted outdoors, it can be transplanted into a flower bed. In hot climates, it’s an excellent choice for a potted herb.

In zones 4 to 7, lambs ear thrives in the garden. It’s a perennial that can be grown as a ground cover. Its flowers are not ornamental but can enhance the beauty of a rock garden. If you want a plant with a great-looking flower head, use a lambs ear in a container. It requires moderate watering. If it’s grown outdoors, make sure to add it to the flower beds to get as many flowers as possible.

Lambs ear is a ground-level perennial that can be cultivated as a ground-level plant. It grows well in gardens and landscapes and prefers full-sun or a south-facing location. The plants grow best in full-sun conditions, but they need to be protected from hot afternoon sun. In general, they prefer full sunlight and a shady location with a good drainage.