57 of 93 Evergreen Herbs
SANTOLINA, GREEN

Santolina chamaecyparissus virens

 

Category: Evergreen Perennial
Symbolism: Many Virtues
Light: Sun
Well Drained Soil
Ht: 12"-18"
Bloom Color: Yellow

Uses: Fragrance, Ornamental

 

Similar to lavender cotton but narrower, deep green leaves. Grows to 18" & tolerates more water than gray leafed Santolina. Plants look like puffs of green smoke. Tiny, creamy, chartreuse colored flowers are on tall stalks from stems, bloom mid-late summer Attractive, fragrant, low growing border plant often used n rock gardens. Hang dried bunches in closets to repel moths. Trim back after flowering to encourage new growth and to keep plant compact.