Garrya fremontii (Fremont Silk Tassel or Fever Bush)
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This delightful evergreen shrub is somewhat similar to Garrya elliptica, but has smaller winter catkins. Found in Washington, Oregon and California, on steep, rocky slopes, it is hardy in USDA zones 7-10. At maturity, Fremont Silk-Tassel will reach heights of 3 - 9' and widths of 8-10.' Bright green foliage with light undersides contrasts with the decorative, yellow flowers and the subsequent purple berries. Fremont Silk-Tassel is a critical browse plant for many wildlife species. Specimen from southwestern Oregon. Male and female plants are sometimes offered by retail plant nurseries. Photo below, right by A. Barra |
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