This sub-shrub has a compact rounded habit with slender woolly stems. The divided silver-grey leaves have tiny oblong leaflets and the bright yellow flower heads are held above the foliage on a tall stem appearing during summer.   

Hardiness zones 7 to 10 

Santolina chamaecyparissus is naturally found along the southern coastal areas of Spain extending to Adriatic region growing in moderately fertile well drained soils and preferring an open sunny position.

Cotton Lavender is grown for its foliage colour and flowers. It is planted as a ground cover or spill-over plant in small or herb gardens and for colour contrast in raised beds. It establishes in 1 to 2 years and is suitable for coastal positions. It is also planted in containers and may be trim to form an informal hedge. ID 1988

Santolina (san-to-LEEN-ah) chamaecyparissus (ka-mie-kew-pa-RIS-us)

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)	
(Compositae)
Sunflower Family