Overview
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Stachys, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' (lamb's ear 'Cotton Boll') is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the Lamiaceae family. It features evergreen foliage and grows to a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, exposed sites with well-drained chalk, loam, or sand soils of any pH. It is notable for its interest during both summer and winter seasons.
About the genus
Stachys is a genus of plants, one of the largest in the mint family Lamiaceae. Estimates of the number of species vary from about 300 to about 450. Plants of the World Online accepts 373 species.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stachys
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
Plant details
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll'?
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' need?
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' grow?
Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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