Santolina neapolitana
Santolina neapolitana
- Native to:
- Italy
Photo by David J. Stang,Photo by David J. Stang,Cirillo, Domenico, 1739-1799. n 82256440,Tita, Antonio (Giovanni Antonio), approximately 1657-1729,The Royal Society of London,M A Maugebet,Nicotra, Leopoldo, 1846-1940,,M E Cosson,Fraas, C.,Hoffmann, Moritz, 1622-1698,Jacint Barrera i Arenas (www.wikidata.org)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Santolina
- Species:
- Santolina neapolitana
- USDA Symbol:
- SANE9
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Mediterranean regions; prefers dry, rocky habitats
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate best with light exposure and warm temperatures around 20°C.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI