About
Garrya congdonii is a California garrya producing the characteristic pendent, grey-green, silk-tassel catkins of the genus on male plants and leathery, evergreen foliage. An ornamental and architectural evergreen shrub for a sheltered, sunny position.
About the genus
Garrya are vigorous, evergreen, dioecious shrubs with simple, leathery leaves and small, greenish flowers in pendent, catkin-like racemes in late winter and early spring. Male plants produce the showiest catkins; female plants bear long chains of purple-brown fruits after pollination. Excellent for sheltered walls.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal
Native toUSA (California, Oregon, Washington)
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade; see garrya cultivation for more information
PruningPruning group 8
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a leaf spot and honey fungus (rarely)