Typically used as a ground cover plant, lamb's ear (Stachys byzantina) is a pretty foliage plant to add to any garden. It does great with hydrangeas because it can handle varying shade and sun ...

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However after six weeks some plants (eg Stachys byzantina) benefited from a rinse-through with tap water as they were beginning to show signs of salt stress. Long-term, extensive use, or permanent ...

Tactile plants like leathery Bergenia (Elephant’s ears) or soft and furry Stachys byzantina (Lamb’s ear) are also marvellous for getting children to re-engage with nature. My own children can’t get ...