{"product_id":"santolina-oliver","title":"Santolina virens (Oliver) - Mediterranean shrub with an olive aroma","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSantolina virens\u003c\/strong\u003e (common synonyms: \u003cem\u003eSantolina viridis\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSantolina rosmarinifolia\u003c\/em\u003e), commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eolive herb\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egreen santolina\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eOlivenkraut\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003egreen lavender cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an evergreen Mediterranean subshrub valued for its green, aromatic foliage and button-shaped yellow flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe name “Oliver” comes from the scent of the leaves, which evokes olives, bergamot, and resin. Unlike \u003cem\u003eSantolina chamaecyparissus\u003c\/em\u003e (cotton lavender), which has silvery foliage, this variety has fine green leaves resembling rosemary. It forms a dense, rounded bush 30–60 cm tall. In summer, it produces spherical yellow flower heads on slender stems above the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen, green, aromatic foliage (olive scent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow, button-shaped flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, ground-covering bush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30–60 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: full sun. Essential for a compact shape and flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: moderately frost-hardy (approx. -12…-15°C). In areas with wet winters, good drainage is more important than frost itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: low. Once established, it tolerates drought well. Excess water is the main risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: poor, sandy, or rocky, and very well drained. It does not like heavy, wet soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: prune after flowering or in spring to prevent the base from becoming bare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor planting in a pot or improving garden soil, use a light, well-drained potting mix.\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/pamant-universal-premium-de-flori-nl\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePremium universal potting soil (Netherlands) - Secret Garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent for Mediterranean gardens, rock gardens, low borders, patio pots, and succulent gardens. The aromatic leaves can be used in small quantities in cooking (salads, oils, rice), while the dried flowers can be used in arrangements. It repels deer and insects due to its strong scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not confuse it with \u003cem\u003eSantolina chamaecyparissus\u003c\/em\u003e (cotton lavender), which has silvery foliage. Santolina Oliver \/ virens is the green variety, with an olive scent. In wet soil or shade, the bush becomes sparse and may rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn easy-care, aromatic Mediterranean subshrub, suitable for sunny, dry locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ For maximum aroma, harvest the leaves on sunny days after the dew has evaporated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 15–25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe plant's appearance and size vary depending on the season, leaf maturity, pruning, etc.. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"12 cm pot","offer_id":57244314698054,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Santolinavirens.webp?v=1788352683","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-se\/products\/santolina-oliver","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}