
| Botanical Name: | Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet' |
| Category: | Sun Perennials |
| Height: | 4-6" |
| Spread: | 18-24" + |
| Exposure: | Sun |
| Care: | Cut to ground in late fall or in spring before new growth emerges. |
| Deer Resistant: | Y |
| Description: | 'Silver Carpet' is grown for its thick, soft, velvety, silvery leaves which typically form a rapidly spreading mat approximately 4-6" off the ground. Leaf shape and texture resemble a lamb's ear, hence the common name. This variety is a dwarf, smaller than the old-fashioned variety and is non-flowering (or rarely flowering). It holds up better to heat and humidity, and doesn't require deadheading. Great as a edging, groundcover, or border plant. Requires well drained soils. |