Santolina 'Lemon Queen'

Common name(s): cotton lavender

Description: evergreen shrub; rounded growth with strongly aromatic, gray-green foliage and pale yellow button flowers in summer. Very similar to S. 'Edward Bowles'. Thrives in dry, rocky areas with nutrient-poor soil.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 3 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: sachets to repel fleas/insects, potpourri, dried bouquets, ornamental

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: Adapted to 4 months of summer drought