Santolina virens 'Green santolina'
a/k/a Green Lavender Cotton.
Zone 6 to 9, Sun.
Mature height 1 to 2 feet high and 2 to 4 feet wide;
Compact, evergreen sub shrub.
Soft, bright green, needle-like leaves have finely toothed edges, a light, feathery appearance and grow 1/2 to 3/4 inch long. Button-shaped, bright yellow, 3/4 inch flowers appear at the top 6 to 10 inch stalks above the foliage in summer.
Ideal for arid sites, though it will grow in more temperate regions. Prefers dry, low-fertility or sandy soil. Use as a groundcover, as edging along paths, walks, or patios; for low shrub borders; as an ornamental or foundation plant, in mass on a slope, or in containers; also an excellent topiary specimen.
Drought, rabbit and salt spray tolerant; avoid excess fertilization; prune after flowering. |
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