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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 6–10Climate Mediterranean
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is an aromatic evergreen subshrub
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is an aromatic evergreen subshrubGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Yellow button-like flowers emerge in summer, reaching up to 30 inchesGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Thrives in USDA zones 6-9, preferring full sun and well-draining soilGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growthGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapesGray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — commonly referred to as Gray Lavender Cotton+60

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, with a dense, mounded habit
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is an aromatic evergreen subshrub
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Yellow button-like flowers emerge in summer, reaching up to 30 inches
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Thrives in USDA zones 6-9, preferring full sun and well-draining soil
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — commonly referred to as Gray Lavender Cotton
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — is an evergreen dwarf shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — this perennial plant demands a sunny position with well-draining soil
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — which brings a striking contrast to any garden setting
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — A member of the Asteraceae family
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — ensuring optimal growth and health
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Gray Lavender Cotton is notably drought-resistant
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — with leaves that are linear
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — button-like yellow flowers on erect stems that rise just above the foliage
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — providing a seasonal display of color
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — mounded shape.<br><br>Gray Lavender Cotton requires minimal maintenance
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — These flowers can be left to encourage pollinators or trimmed to maintain a neat
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — asking for occasional trimming to prevent woodiness and encourage denser foliage
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Strategic placement in rock gardens
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — stress the plant's low water needs post-establishment
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — its role in pollinator attraction
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — or as a low hedge can create a pleasant visual and tactile experience

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