Garrya elliptica information and how to grow - (Silk tassle bush) January 1st

Garrya elliptica is an evergreen shrub suited for growing against walls or fences. The catkins (tassles) are produced in profusion from mid-winter through until early spring. Male and female catkins are on separate plants. It is said that the female produces longer catkins. I have never seen any evidence of this. 

 How do you tell if it is male or female? The male catkins will have pollen - the female plant will have little brown berries!

Looks best in a sunny position, but will do well in part shade. 

After the catkins, you will have a grey-green evergreen for the rest of the year!

How to prune Garrya

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