Lavender Cotton

Lavender Cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus) is a Mediterranean classic prized for its striking, silvery-white coral-like foliage. This evergreen sub-shrub forms a dense, rounded mound of aromatic, finely-textured leaves that feel as good as they look. In mid-summer, it is topped with cheerful, bright yellow "button" flowers that stand out brilliantly against the silver backdrop, making it a staple for high-contrast garden designs and knot gardens.

As a resilient member of the Santolina genus, this plant is the definition of "water-wise." It thrives in poor, sandy soils and intense heat, making it an essential component of any xeriscape or coastal garden. The foliage has a clean, camphor-like scent that naturally deters deer and pests. Why you’ll love it: Year-round silver color, extreme drought tolerance, and a versatile habit that can be sheared into formal low hedges or left to grow into a soft, natural globe.

Product Details: This Lavender Cotton is delivered as an established 4-inch live plant in a nursery pot. It reaches 1-2 feet in height and width and requires full sun and excellent drainage.