Santolina 'Morning Mist'

Common name(s): morning mist santolina

Description: evergreen shrub; a low-growing santolina with very narrow gray-green foliage and yellow flowers in summer. Can become quite gangly if not pruned regularly. Allegedly quite tolerant of wet, compacted soils but thrives in dry, rocky areas with nutrient-poor soil.

Height: to 15 in. Spread: to 2 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