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GARRYA elliptica
Commonly known as Quinine bush, Silk tassel bush
Long grey-green catkins (male)
£17.50 each
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Good to know
Introduced into UK by David Douglas in 1828. -
Pests & Diseases
Fungal leaf spot. -
Place of origin
Western USA. -
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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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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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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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
4m (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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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.
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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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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
shelter from cold winds in frosty areas. -
Partial shade
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
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Garrya - Growing Guide
