Companion Planting with Stachys
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Creating a Garden Oasis: What to Plant with Stachys for a Beautiful Landscape
Introduction
Stachys, commonly known as Lamb’s Ear, is a group of perennial plants known for their soft, silvery-gray foliage and spikes of small, tubular flowers. Lamb’s Ear is a popular choice for garden beds, borders, and groundcover due to its drought-tolerant nature and attractive appearance. When choosing companion plants for Stachys, it is essential to consider their growth habits, environmental requirements, and visual appeal. In this blog post, we will explore various plants that make excellent companions for Stachys, taking into account their compatibility and aesthetic harmony.
Lavandula (Lavender)
Lavandula, or Lavender, is a group of fragrant, sun-loving perennial plants known for their spikes of purple flowers and silvery-gray foliage. Their upright growth habit and preference for well-drained soil make them an ideal companion for Stachys. Some popular Lavender varieties include:
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote
Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso
Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender)
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)
Russian Sage is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant perennial known for its aromatic, silvery-gray foliage and spires of lavender-blue flowers. Its airy, upright growth habit and preference for well-drained soil make it an ideal companion for Stachys. The contrasting textures of Russian Sage and Lamb’s Ear create a striking visual effect in the garden.
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Sedum, or Stonecrop, is a group of succulent perennials valued for their drought-tolerance and attractive, fleshy foliage. Their low-growing, spreading habit makes them a suitable companion for Stachys in sunny, well-drained garden beds or borders. Some popular Sedum varieties include:
Sedum ‘Autumn Joy
Sedum ‘Angelina
Sedum spurium ‘Dragon’s Blood
Echinacea (Coneflower)
Echinacea, or Coneflower, is a group of native North American perennials known for their showy, daisy-like flowers that attract pollinators. Their upright growth habit and sun-loving nature make them ideal companions for Stachys. Some popular Echinacea varieties include:
Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus
Echinacea ‘Cheyenne Spirit
Echinacea pallida (Pale Purple Coneflower)
Salvia (Sage)
Salvia, or Sage, is a group of flowering plants known for their aromatic foliage and spikes of tubular flowers. Their upright growth habit and sun-loving nature make them ideal companions for Stachys. Some popular Salvia varieties include:
Salvia nemorosa ‘May Night
Salvia greggii ‘Furman’s Red
Salvia ‘Mystic Spires Blue
Ornamental grasses
Ornamental grasses can add texture, movement, and interest to a garden when planted alongside Stachys. The fine, wispy foliage of grasses provides a soft contrast to the more rigid growth habit of Lamb’s Ear. Some popular ornamental grasses for planting with Stachys include:
Panicum virgatum (Switchgrass)
Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass)
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ (Maiden Grass)
Now you know What to plant with Stachys
