Mighty Tuff®

Miniature Lambs Ears 140MM

Stachys thirkei

I am Miniature Lambs Ears. My family originated from Southeastern Europe and Western Asia.

Habit Shrub - I am soft!
Plant family Lamiaceae
I am a smaller growing “Lamb’s Ears” with a spreading mat-forming habit. I have soft woolly, silver grey foliage which resemble lamb’s ears from which my common name is derived. From late spring I produce numerous very hairy upright flower spikes with petite pink-purple blooms that attract bees and beneficial insects. My habit is sufficiently dense that I will outcompete weeds. My silvery colour and soft hairy foliage is an adaption to the hot dry climates from where I originate. Drought tolerant I am perfectly suited to exposed locations with a hot aspect. I enjoy good drainage and may not thrive in damp locations. I am excellent in borders and general planting. Young children love the soft felt-like feel of my foliage..
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Hardy I am ideal for use in rockeries, borders and low maintenance gardens
I produce numerous pink-purple flower spikes from spring and through summer
My leaves, stems and flower spikes are covered in a soft woolly down that is pleasant to touch
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI will thrive in a full sun to part shade position
Height: 0.1m Width: 0.3m(Size at point of sale approx. 35cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I tolerate dryness and require minimal water once established
Hardy I am ideal for exposed locations and coastal planting. I tolerate most soils but enjoy good drainage
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Pink Purple flowers Silver Grey foliage Flowers Jan-Feb, Oct-Dec
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
Tips for success

Cut back my dead flowers and fertilise for best results

Suggested spacing: 0.2m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Ask your retailer for Miniature Lambs Ears by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Miniature Lambs Ears

Stachys thirkei

Mighty Tuff® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: STATHI14S

Barcode: 9319711058837

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.