Green Lavender Cotton, Green Santolina (Santolina rosmarinifolia)

Green Lavender Cotton, Green Santolina
Scientific Name: Santolina rosmarinifolia L.
Synonym: Santolina virens
Family: Asteraceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 3-24,27,29-35,39
USDA: 7-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 0°F ( -18°C)
Heat Tolerance: Good, tolerates reflected sun
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Southern Europe
Growth Habits: Evergreen subshrub up to 2 feet tall (60 cm), 3 feet in spread (90 cm)
Watering Needs: Low water usage when established, water every couple of weeks in summer in Phoenix. Needs good drainage.
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings in summer

The species name 'rosmarinifolia' means 'with rosemary leaves'. The green leaves are very aromatic. The green lavender cotton is used as low border or edging. It is also occasionally used as groundcover in areas without any ground traffic.

Blooming Habits:
The green lavender cotton has yellow 0.5 inch in diameter (1 cm) flowers in summer, they are followed by a brown pod. They are often rare on plants that have been sheared.

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