Buzz & Bloom™ Lavender Lullaby Lambs Ear (Stachys)

(Betony) Extra-long flower spikes make Stachys BUZZ & BLOOM™ 'Lavender Lullaby' stand out when summer arrives. Lavender-pink flowers cover the upright spikes above exceptionally dark green foliage. This contrast makes the soft flower color especially noticeable. Selected for earlier flowering and prolific blooming, this Betony puts on an impressive seasonal display.

Plants grow 14-18 inches tall and spread 12-16 inches wide. The compact habit forms a tidy clump without taking over nearby plants. Stachys BUZZ & BLOOM™ 'Lavender Lullaby' grows in full sun to part sun. Provide well-drained soil to support healthy growth and flowering. Hardy in zones 4-8, it returns reliably after cold winters.

Flower length sets this series apart from many traditional Stachys varieties. The BUZZ & BLOOM™ Series produces flower spikes more than twice as long as those on 'Hummelo'. These extended spikes hold numerous flowers and create a strong vertical display above the low foliage. Unlike traditional lamb's ear, this selection focuses more attention on flowers than fuzzy leaves.

Bees and other pollinators regularly visit the plentiful lavender-pink blooms. The large number of flowers gives them plenty of feeding opportunities while plants remain in bloom. Deer and rabbits generally avoid Stachys, making it useful where browsing creates problems. Removing finished flower spikes can help keep the compact foliage looking neat after flowering. Stachys BUZZ & BLOOM™ 'Lavender Lullaby' is a Proven Winners® Perennial.