Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Rosaceae · flowers
Santolina chamaecyparissus
Asteraceae · shrubs
David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)
Lavender Cotton (Zones 6-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 6–9
| Feature | David Austin Rose | Lavender Cotton |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosa 'Graham Thomas' | Santolina chamaecyparissus |
| Family | Rosaceae | Asteraceae |
| Category | flowers | shrubs |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧 Low |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Well-drained, Poor |
| Height | 5' | 2' |
| Spread | 4' | 3' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Yellow | Yellow |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Hybrid (England) | Mediterranean |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
David Austin Rose
Lavender Cotton
David Austin Rose
Lavender Cotton
Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.
Choose Lavender Cotton if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 6–9.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 6–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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