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Buy Garrya elliptica 'Siskiyou Jade'

Also Known As

Siskiyou Jade Silk Tassel

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 8'-12'

planting zones

7a-10a

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Garrya elliptica 'Siskiyou Jade' plant details

Garrya elliptica 'Siskiyou Jade' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter green and tan flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Garrya elliptica 'Siskiyou Jade'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: garryaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: green and tan blooms in winter
Uses: disease-resistant, rare, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Garrya elliptica 'Siskiyou Jade'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a super disease resistant silk tassel. Found and named by Fair Meadows Nursery in Olympia, WA. We just have a young plant but there wasn't any spotting on the leaves over 2-3 years. The long tassels can get to 10”. A very pretty evergreen shrub to 10'-12'.