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Stachys thirkei

Also Known As

  • Dwarf Lamb's Ears

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5b-11

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Stachys thirkei plant details

Stachys thirkei is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In summer burgundy and magenta flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachys thirkei

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy and magenta blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachys thirkei

USDA Zones: 5b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Stachys thirkei plant

How to Grow Stachys thirkei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Zones

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Width: 12"-36"

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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