Lamb’s ear ‘Silver Carpet’ (Stachys byzantina ‘Silver Carpet’)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Lamb’s ear ‘Silver Carpet’ (Stachys byzantina ‘Silver Carpet’). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant lamb’s ear ‘Silver Carpet’ in a south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Stachys byzantina ‘Silver Carpet’ can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;

Planting type

lamb’s ear ‘Silver Carpet’ is often applied in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden; but also ground cover – for a perfect garden finish and to prevent weed growth;.