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Gray Lavender Cotton
Santolina chamaecyparissus (S. incana)
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$59.95
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$74.75
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Santolina chamaecyparissus is a handsome, evergreen, compact Mediterranean shrub with aromatic greyish-white, finely divided narrow leaves that can be sheared for a formal look as a low border or planted in mass for an attractive silvery ground cover on dry banks, rocky slopes or for edging. Small, bright yellow button-like flowers bloom in summer on 6 inch tall stalks. Gray Lavender Cotton grows well in coastal California gardens with little or no supplemental water and tolerates seaside conditions. Durable and long-lived use for formal or informal borders. Also great in containers. Cutback occasionally after flowering to prevent woody buildup.
How large does it grow and what is its habit?
It typically grows about 1 to 2 ft tall and spreads about 2 to 3 ft wide, forming a rounded mound or dense clump.
What light and site conditions does it prefer?
Prefers full sun and very well-drained soil. It performs best in lean, dry or rocky soils and does not tolerate heavy moisture or deep shade.
What about watering, maintenance and general care requirements?
Water regularly while getting established; once settled it is drought-tolerant. After flowering, prune or shear to maintain a compact form and prevent woody or hollow centres.
What pests, diseases or caution notes apply?
Very low maintenance, but avoid over-watering or planting in poorly drained, humid sites which can lead to rot or leggy, weak growth.
Seasonality
Mature height
1-3 ft.
Mature Width
3-4 ft.
Sun exposure
Watering
Low
Grows Well in Zones
Flowering Season
Attracts Wildlife
Pollinators, Bees, Butterflies
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