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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Santolina virens
green lavender cotton
Flower Color
Description
A spreading evergreen shrub to 60cm tall, with finely dissected green leaves and bright yellow flower heads 2cm wide in mid summer
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
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 8-9
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenPatio and container plantsRock gardenCoastalFlower borders and bedsHedging and screensGarden edging