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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Santolina rosmarinifolia
Santolina rosmarinifolia
Flower Color
Description
A compact, evergreen, spreading shrub to 60cm high with finely-cut, bright green, aromatic leaves and, in summer, bright yellow, button-like flowerheads
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedMoist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 7-9
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantDrought resistantGenerally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenMediterranean climate plantsPatio and container plantsRock gardenFlower borders and bedsGarden edging