broadleaf weed · perennial
Stachys byzantina
Soft, fuzzy, silver-gray leaves that feel like velvet. Sometimes planted intentionally but spreads aggressively via runners.
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Digging is the best approach since lamb's ear is often near desirable plants where you can't spray. Remove the entire root clump and runners. Some gardeners consider it desirable — only remove if it's unwanted.
Dig out clumps including runners. Edge beds with a physical barrier to contain spread.
Install root barriers around plantings. Divide clumps annually to control spread.
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Hand-pull or dig. Digging is the best approach since lamb's ear is often near desirable plants where you can't spray. Remove the entire root clump and runners. Some gardeners consider it desirable — only remove if it's unwanted.
Lamb's Ear (Stachys) is rated moderate to control. Consistent treatment over a season usually does the job.
Install root barriers around plantings. Divide clumps annually to control spread.