Gray Lavender Cotton
Santolina Chamaecyparissus
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.
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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