Santolina virens (Green Santolina)

Santolina virens (Green Santolina) close up of vibrant green leaves on a textured stem
Santolina virens (Green Santolina) stem showing many small textured leaves on a white background

Botanical name: Santolina virens

Common name: Green Santolina

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Mediterranean

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Santolina virens is an evergreen subshrub, mounding and low, resembles Santolina chamaecyparissus but the foliage is deep green, and the growth habit is more compact.

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Santolina virens (Green Santolina) green plant with silver foliage segments in a close up view.
Santolina virens (Green Santolina) includes fine textured green and silver leaves in a dense cluster.


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