Garrya elliptica 'James Roof'
Coast Silk Tassel James Roof
Description
This shrub is 4-8 ft. high or a small tree growing to 20 ft.. It has wavey-edged leaves that are 2-3 " long with while showy flower tassels in winter. It is a California native that is drought tolerant. - Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Purple, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Seascape
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.