Santolina chamaecyparissus

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle Photographer: Linda Engstrom

Description

This ground cover/small shrub will grow to 2' tall and wide. It has small, gray-green, finely cut, evergreen leaves. Round, button-like, yellow flowers appear in spring on top of foliage. It does best in full sun with well-draining soil. Foliage is fragrant and can be used for crafts. Prune after flowering period to encourage density.

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.