Ashy Silktassel

Garrya flavescens

Also known as: Chaparral Silktassel

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Garryaceae
Genus:
Garrya
Species:
Garrya flavescens

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
12-20 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
feb, mar, apr, may, jun
Bloom Colors:
Green
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
adapted to arid and semi-arid regions

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: None required

Establishment: A. occidentalis is found from British Columbia south to California and east to Alberta and Montana, Idao and northeastern Oregon.

Source: npn.rngr.net