Santolina pinnata
Lavender Cotton
Description
Yellow Cotton is a low shrub to about 2' and a little bit wider. It has dense rich green, aromatic foliage and yellow flowers that look like cotton balls. It creates a distinct Mediterranean look. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established. Do not overwater. Dead head to encourage more blooms in spring.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.