Scientific Name Santolina chamaecyparissus Common Name Lavender cotton; Santolina

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	Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9
	Habit: Evergreen
	Growth Rate: Moderate
	Size: --
	Site Requirements: Sun; needs excellent drainage
	Form: Low spreading mound
	Texture: Fine
	Foliage: Aromatic, silver-gray foliage
	Flower/Fruit: Button-like yellow flowers on stalks above the foliage
	Comments: Good in small areas; good drought tolerance
	Cultivars: Nana; Pretty Pink

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