Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
A small, evergreen, aromatic sub-shrub with silver-gray foliage and bright yellow button-like flowers.

Lavender Cotton
Santolina Chamaecyparissus
A small, evergreen, aromatic sub-shrub with silver-gray foliage and bright yellow button-like flowers.
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Watering Tip
Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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