Santolina chamaecyparissus
(Cotton Lavender)
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Santolina chamaecyparissus
(Cotton Lavender)
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Details:
| Foliage Colour: | Grey-green |
| Growth Rate: | Medium |
| Mature Height: | 0.5 m |
| Mature Width: | 0.5 m |
| Site Condition: | Coastal, Exposed, Frost Tolerant, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil, Windy |
| Sun: | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Drainage: | Dry |
| Category: | Shrub |
| Features: | Suitable for bordering or edging and ground cover. Attractive to bees. Flower colour: Yellow. |
Santolina chamaecyparissus is commonly known as Cotton Lavender, this is a small shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It produces a dense network of small and aromatic, grey-green leaves, cypress-like and acts as an insect repellent.. The foliage is adorned with mass of yellow, button-like flowers in summer. Flowers can be used in floral arrangements.
This evergreen grows with a rounded. It performs best when grown in full sun on a well-drained site, noting that is hardy to dry periods, coastal environments, and moderate frost once established. The Cotton Lavender is commonly included in borders, mass planted as a ground cover, maintained in a container, included in cottage or Mediterranean gardens, or planted around outdoor living areas. It is an easy plant to grow and very rewarding. A pretty cottage plant. Cut back after flowering.
Flowering: Summer [December - February]
Fruiting:
Prices
| Each | 20 or more | |
|---|---|---|
| 2l Pot | $8.50 | $8.00 |
