Gray Santolina
Gray Santolina (Santolina chamaecyparissus), also known as Gray Lavender Cotton, is a hardy Mediterranean herb prized for its aromatic silver foliage and abundant yellow button-like flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. This low-growing, evergreen shrub forms a dense, mounding groundcover that thrives in hot, dry climates. Highly drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, Gray Santolina is an excellent choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, mass plantings, and container gardens. Its fragrant leaves and flowers can be used in sachets, adding to its ornamental and practical appeal. With its year-round visual interest and minimal maintenance needs, this plant is perfect for waterwise landscapes and sunny borders.
Scientific Name: Santolina chamaecyparissus
Origin: Mediterranean region
Height: 12-24 inches
Spread: 24-36 inches
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
USDA Zones: 6-9
Bloom Dates: Mid to late summer
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Gray Santolina (Santolina chamaecyparissus), also known as Gray Lavender Cotton, is a hardy Mediterranean herb prized for its aromatic silver foliage and abundant yellow button-like flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. This low-growing, evergreen shrub forms a dense, mounding groundcover that thrives in hot, dry climates. Highly drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, Gray Santolina is an excellent choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, mass plantings, and container gardens. Its fragrant leaves and flowers can be used in sachets, adding to its ornamental and practical appeal. With its year-round visual interest and minimal maintenance needs, this plant is perfect for waterwise landscapes and sunny borders.
Scientific Name: Santolina chamaecyparissus
Origin: Mediterranean region
Height: 12-24 inches
Spread: 24-36 inches
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
USDA Zones: 6-9
Bloom Dates: Mid to late summer
