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Garrya elliptica - Elliptical-leaved Garrya

Garrya elliptica
Silk Tassel Bush, Feverbush, Quinine bush, Bear brush

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Bush received with some black spots on the leaves upon arrival (slight concern), but after 1 year in the ground, it is thriving and producing new shoots. Delighted.

Patrick, 23/08/2020

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Value-for-money
An incredibly ornamental evergreen bush. Dark green foliage with an interesting grey tone underneath. In winter, grey-green catkins burst into life.
Flower size
20 cm
Height at maturity
3 m
Spread at maturity
2 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -12°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time March to April
Recommended planting time March to June
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Description

Garrya elliptica is recognisable by its evergreen foliage, which is dark green on top, grey and fuzzy underneath. Its ornamental interest increases in the middle of winter with the arrival of long pendulous catkins, which measure 20 cm to 25 cm (7.9 in to 9.8 in) long.

 

Originally from the west coast of the United States, it is hardy down to -12° C (10.4° F). However, it must be well protected from cold winds. Be vigilant regarding heavy frosts. Garrya elliptica adapts very well to an oceanic climate as it tolerates sea sprays very well. It will also adapt very well to a warmer urban environment that is better protected from cold winds.

To add interest to the garden, plant this bush in isolation or in free hedges in order to fully enjoy its atypical flowering.

This is a dioecious species: male and female flowers are not on the same plant. The male individual bears the attractive drooping catkins while the female plant bears shorter and erect cones which do not have the same visual effect.

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Garrya elliptica - Elliptical-leaved Garrya (Flowering) Flowering
Garrya elliptica - Elliptical-leaved Garrya (Foliage) Foliage
Garrya elliptica - Elliptical-leaved Garrya (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 3 m
Spread at maturity 2 m
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour grey
Flowering time February to March
Inflorescence Spike
Flower size 20 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Garrya

Species

elliptica

Family

Garryaceae

Other common names

Silk Tassel Bush, Feverbush, Quinine bush, Bear brush

Origin

North America

Product reference78016

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Planting and care

Choose a suitable location for your Garrya elliptica as it will not tolerate being transplanted. It prefers a sunny spot but sheltered from cold winter winds. It is advisable to add sand to the planting hole. Water in case of severe drought during the first summer. Do not prune your bush excessively, as it will affect its flowering. You can optionally remove dead wood and some branches in April to rebalance the shape.

Planting period

Best planting time March to April
Recommended planting time March to June

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Shaded rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Well-draining

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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