About Lamb’s Ear

They are primarily perennial evergreen plants native to Turkey, Iran and Armenia in Europe.

It is part of the family of mint, and the plant is also known as “lamb’s tongue” and “woolly woundwort”. The leaves have a soft velvety texture and are shaped like the ear of a lamb, hence the common name, and they are a silver grey-green color, and when the leaves are young, they tend to be more green in color.

Flowers of lamb’s ears bloom during spring and summer on long stems that sit above the plant, and the small flowers range from a pink to purple colour.

Lamb’s ears typically grow to be 12 to 18 inches tall, and the spikes add another 4 to 8 inches to the height of the plant. Often used to decorate gardens and recreational areas, and they commonly attract children due to their soft furry texture.

The most successful conditions for growing lamb’s ears involve full sun and locations with very good drainage.

Dividing the plants is a good way to obtain more plants, and they can also be grown from seed.

Leaves of the plants have been used as an alternative to toilet paper and medicinally to treat wounds andthe like, due to their antiseptic and other medicinal properties, and the leaves are also edible and can be made into a tea.

Let’s not forget, flowers need love, fresh cool water and since they are sensitive, keep them out of extreme heat and sunlight.