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Gray Lavender Cotton

Santolina Chamaecyparissus

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Overview

Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is an aromatic evergreen subshrub, boasting silvery-gray, finely textured foliage. Grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, with a dense, mounded habit. Yellow button-like flowers emerge in summer, reaching up to 30 inches. Thrives in USDA zones 6-9, preferring full sun and well-draining soil. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes. Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth. Avoid overwatering.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–10Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth; a member of the Asteraceae family, image 64
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray; stress the plant's low water needs, image 66Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — These flowers can be left to encourage pollinators or trimmed to maintain a neatGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — which brings a striking contrast to any garden setting; grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, with a denseGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — and its aromatic contribution to their garden's sensory appeal; ideal for borders, rock gardens, andGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray; stress the plant's low water needsGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — when informing the client+72

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Shrub
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth; a member of the Asteraceae family, image 64
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray; stress the plant's low water needs, image 66
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — These flowers can be left to encourage pollinators or trimmed to maintain a neat
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — which brings a striking contrast to any garden setting; grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, with a dense
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — and its aromatic contribution to their garden's sensory appeal; ideal for borders, rock gardens, and
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray; stress the plant's low water needs
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — when informing the client
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton is notably drought-resistant; is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — or as a low hedge can create a pleasant visual and tactile experience; prune to maintain shape and
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is an aromatic evergreen subshrub; thrives in, image 59
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — which brings a striking contrast to any garden setting; grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, with, image 67
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — asking for occasional trimming to prevent woodiness and encourage denser foliage; strategic placement in
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — providing a seasonal display of color
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — commonly referred to as Gray Lavender Cotton; providing a seasonal display of color, image 65
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — when informing the client; ensuring optimal growth and health
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — its role in pollinator attraction; yellow flowers in the garden
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — yellow flowers in the garden; this perennial plant demands a sunny position with well-draining soil
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Thrives in USDA zones 6-9, preferring full sun and well-draining soil; its role in pollinator attraction
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — asking for occasional trimming to prevent woodiness and encourage denser foliage
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — stress the plant's low water needs post-establishment; asking for occasional trimming to prevent woodiness
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — its role in pollinator attraction
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — button-like yellow flowers on erect stems that rise just above the foliage
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth; a member of the Asteraceae family
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