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This guide is for gardeners seeking to add the Santolina Chamaecyparissus Cotton Lavender Shrub Plant to their garden. This plant is known for its aromatic, grey-white foliage and its ability to thrive in a sunny, well-drained location. However, it requires protection in cold winters. This guide will help you understand the plant's features, how to care for it, and how to troubleshoot common issues.
| Model Part Number | PL00080621 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Plant Theory |
It needs full sun, which is at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
It prefers poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
It flowers from July to August.
Water regularly until established. Once established, it is drought-tolerant, so water only when the soil is dry.
Remove faded flower-heads and straggly shoots in autumn. Cut back flowered shoots to 2.5cm in early spring.
Yes, it is frost hardy but needs protection in cold winters.
Mulch around the base or cover it with horticultural fleece.
Check the soil drainage. If the soil is waterlogged, improve drainage or consider replanting. Ensure the plant is not underwatered during dry periods.
Yellowing leaves can indicate overwatering or poor drainage. Reduce watering and ensure the soil drains well. Check for root rot.
Ensure the plant is getting enough sunlight. Prune the plant in early spring to encourage flowering.
Provide winter protection with mulch or horticultural fleece, especially in cold regions.
