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

Lavender Cotton

Santolina Chamaecyparissus

A small, evergreen, aromatic sub-shrub with silver-gray foliage and bright yellow button-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lavender Cotton

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

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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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Santolina