Silk-tassel bush
Common Name: Silk-tassel bush
Genus: Garrya
Species: elliptica
Cultivar: 'James Roof'
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline
Height: 400cm
Spread: 400cm
Time to take cuttings: June to July
Flowering period:
November
to
February
Male forms of Garrya elliptica are impressive plants when laden with their long elegant tassels in winter and early spring. Female plants have much smaller catkins and clusters of round deep purple fruits in summer. 'James Roof' is the most popular variety because its tassels are much longer than the species, 20-30cm (10in) long and lasting for many weeks, making a striking backdrop to other smaller plants. The shrubs are nominally hardy, although without the shelter of a warm wall some foliage might suffer wind scorch, and are unaffected by salt winds and city air. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
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