Santolina Cham. Pretty Caroll
- Pot size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft8in) x 50cm (1ft8in) after 2-5 years
Indigenous to western and central Mediterranean areas, this fragrant perennial with its cheering button-like flowers is drought tolerant once it is established. Stunning on the edge of borders or for planting in dry stone walls; it is also highly attractive in zinc containers and hugely attractive to native pollinators.
Long lasting flowers appear from June to September
- Well drained soil
- South or west facing
- Full sun
Protect from frosts in colder areas. Trim foliage in April to retain rounded mound shape.
The crushed foliage is fragrant