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GARRYA elliptica
Commonly known as Quinine bush, Silk tassel bush
Long grey-green catkins (male)
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowIntroduced into UK by David Douglas in 1828.
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Pests & DiseasesFungal leaf spot.
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Place of originWestern USA.
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreenwavy-margined leaves to 8cm (3in) long, glossy, grey-green to matt, dark-green.
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GreenGrey-green
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height4m (13ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubDense upright shrub or small tree. Pendent, grey-green catkins, the males 15-20cm (6-8in) long from midwinter to early spring.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windswept
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunshelter from cold winds in frosty areas.Partial shade
Garrya - Growing Guide
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