Zone 6 · Lamb's Ear
Planting Lamb's Ear in Zone 6
Stachys byzantina
✅ Lamb's Ear thrives in zone 6 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Lamb's Ear outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in spring in dry, well-drained soil. Grown for velvety silver foliage; removes flower spikes if preferred.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around April 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
June – July
Peak bloom
June
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
12"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Lamb's Ear in zone 6
Plant in spring in dry, well-drained soil. Grown for velvety silver foliage; removes flower spikes if preferred.
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