{"product_id":"10-seeds-aerva-javanica-kapok-desert-cotton-drought-tolerant-ornamental-shrub","title":"10 Seeds Aerva javanica Kapok Desert Cotton Drought Tolerant Ornamental Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eAerva javanica, commonly known as Kapok Bush or Desert Cotton, is a hardy perennial shrub native to arid regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is valued for its silvery-grey foliage and distinctive woolly flower spikes that add texture and contrast to dry gardens and xeriscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant produces small, densely packed white to cream-colored flower heads that develop into fluffy, cotton-like seed clusters, giving it the common name Desert Cotton. It is well-suited to rock gardens, water-wise landscapes, and warm-climate borders. Its upright, branching habit and soft, woolly appearance make it a standout ornamental choice for low-maintenance plantings.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Aerva javanica\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Perennial shrub\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Upright, branching, woody-based\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky, tolerates poor soil\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 9-11\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 14-30 days at 20-25°C (68-77°F)\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply; keep moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 60-90 cm (24-36 in) apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Drought-tolerant once established; suitable for xeriscaping and rock gardens\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663240167560,"sku":"EXGA-715","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_7ee41c67-939d-4e18-95d1-99dc35cc91aa.png?v=1791896133","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-aerva-javanica-kapok-desert-cotton-drought-tolerant-ornamental-shrub","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}