Stachys byzantina - 'Big Ears' (Lamb's Ears)
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Stachys byzantina cultivation notes: Stachys requires a hot dry position in full sun, preferably on a poor quality dry sandy or chalky soils. Soil must be well drained so avoid heavy clays. Avoid mulching and fertilizer. Occasionally weed around and allow space to spread.
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Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Invasive/spreading root growth.
Common Missspellings: Stachis, Stychis Stakis, Stakis, Stackis
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