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  • GARRYA x thuretti
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    GARRYA x thuretti

    Commonly known as Californian catkin bush

    An excellent and vigorous windbreak which makes a solid green wall
     
    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      G. elliptica x G. laurifolia subsp. macrophylla. Excellent as a hedge or windbreak in coastal areas
    • Pests & Diseases
      Fungal leaf spot.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Evergreen
      Glossy, dark green leaves 6-10cm (2½-4in) long
    • Green
      Grey-green
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Elliptic
    • Ovate
    • Height
      6m (20ft)
    • Spread
      6m (20ft)
    • Hedge
      Ideal for hedging
    • Tall Shrub
      Vigorous hybrid. Produces more or less erect male catkins to 8cm (3in) long
    • Hardy - average winter
      Hardy 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)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
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    • Mature Size
      6m (20ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        6m (20ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
      Coastal / windswept
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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