Garrya elliptica - 'James Roof' (Silk Tassle Bush)
Garrya elliptica description: This large evergreen shrub is often trained against walls, or used for informal screening. The male form will provide a fantastic display of silver gray catkins during the late winter / spring. 5m x 5m
Garrya elliptica cultivation notes: Garrya's will flourish in most garden soils including droughty / infertile soils. This hardy shrub will tolerating both full sun and partial shade and will flourish in exposed coastal areas. Trim to shape in late spring, after 'tassels' have fallen.
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Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade; Produces winter flowers.
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