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Garden Diary
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Santolina chamaecyparissus
Cotton Lavender |
USDA Zone: 6-9 |
Plant number: 1.469.050
Traditionally used as a low, fragrant silver-grey hedge around formal herb and knot gardens. Bright yellow button flowers appear in summer, but these are often clipped off. Plants may be easily pruned or shaped in spring or summer, but at least 4 inches of woody growth should be left at the base. This is also useful in rock garden, serving as a low shrub. Dried leaves are sometimes added to potpourri. Requires very good drainage, especially in winter. Drought tolerant once established. Evergreen.
Further details for
Santolina chamaecyparissus
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Dry
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Yellow
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage Color
Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Fragrant
Height
30-45 cm
12-18 inches
Spread
30-60 cm
12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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