Garrya elliptica
Common Name: Silk-tassel bush
Type: Evergreen shrub Family: Garryaceae Hardiness Zone: 8-10 Sunlight: Full sun to part shade Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Fertile soil Moisture: Well-drained Plant Height x Width: 12' x 12' Leaf: Opposite, wavy-margined, leathery dark green leaves Flower: Pendant, grey-green catkins Bloom Time: Early winter to spring Bloom Size: Large Maintenance: Prune after flowering Landscape use: Woodland garden Pest and Disease: No serious problems Native Range: Oregon to California Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings Comments: Sine male catkins are longer on male plants, usually only male plants are cultivated for sale. G.e. 'James Roof' (male) has longer catkins than the species. G.e. 'Evie' (male) has even longer catkins |