Santolina virens, commonly known as Green Lavender Cotton, is an evergreen shrub known for its aromatic, finely textured, green foliage, which forms a compact, rounded mound. In summer, it produces small, bright yellow button-like flowers that add a pop of color against the soft green leaves. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, dry to moderately fertile soil, making it ideal for Mediterranean gardens, rock gardens, or xeriscapes. Santolina virens is drought-tolerant once established and is relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to maintain its neat shape. It is also deer-resistant, making it a reliable and attractive addition to gardens looking for year-round interest with minimal care.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 18-36"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 7-9
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Santolina virens, commonly known as Green Lavender Cotton, is an evergreen shrub known for its aromatic, finely textured, green foliage, which forms a compact, rounded mound. In summer, it produces small, bright yellow button-like flowers that add a pop of color against the soft green leaves. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, dry to moderately fertile soil, making it ideal for Mediterranean gardens, rock gardens, or xeriscapes. Santolina virens is drought-tolerant once established and is relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to maintain its neat shape. It is also deer-resistant, making it a reliable and attractive addition to gardens looking for year-round interest with minimal care.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 18-36"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 7-9
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