.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Cotton Lavender Santolina, Globe, Clay Pot Description A compact, aromatic shrub featuring finely textured silvery foliage and bright yellow flowers. Ideal for low-maintenance borders and aromatic herb gardens. Suggested Uses Perfect for decorative borders, drought-tolerant landscaping, container planting, and attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Plant Details Botanical Name: Santolina chamaecyparissus Common Name: Cotton Lavender Size & Growth: Typically grows to 12-18 inches tall, spreading 18-24 inches Hardiness Zones: 7-10 Foliage Type: Fine-textured, silver-gray leaves Bloom Time: Summer through early fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to dogs and cats Fragrant: Yes, fragrant foliage Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Rosemary, sage, ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space 18 inches apart. Soil Moisture: Water sparingly, drought-tolerant once established. Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils. Humidity: Prefers dry to moderate humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Winter Care: Protect in colder zones; mulch around base. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery. Fertilization: Minimal; use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a year. Special Care: Avoid overwatering; container plants may need more frequent watering.
