Silk-tassel Bush. An upright male shrub with dark, sea-green evergreen leaves. Attractive long dense clusters of silver-grey catkins in mid-winter. Max Height 4m. Max Spread 4m. Flowers February to April. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Garrya elliptica ‘James Roof’
An upright male shrub with dark, sea-green evergreen leaves. Attractive long dense clusters of silver-grey catkins in mid-winter.
Additional information
| Generic | Garrya |
|---|---|
| Species | elliptica |
| Varietry | 'James Roof' |
| Common Name | Silk-tassel Bush |
| Flower Colour | Silver, Grey |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 4m |
| Family | Garryaceae |
| Spread | 4m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | February, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered Site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Wall shrub, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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