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Garrya fremontii
Fever bush
Evergreen shrub
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The Garrya fremontii plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California and Oregon. It is a member of the Garryaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Fever bush.

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Latin Name:  Garrya fremontii
Common Name:  Fever bush
Family:  Garryaceae
Author:  Torr.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  3
 
Habitat:  Not known



Cultivation Notes:  Prefers a sunny position succeeding in most well-drained fertile soils[182, 200, 202]. Succeeds in a hot dry position. Succeeds in light shade[202], the plants are also tolerant of quite deep shade[219]. Does not require a rich soil or abundant moisture[11], if the soil is too fertile the flowering will be delayed[200]. Resistant to urban pollution and maritime exposure but are subject to wind scorch from cold drying winds in colder areas[200]. Hardy to about -15°c[184], it is best on a sunny wall in most parts of the country but does very well as a free standing shrub in Devon and Cornwall[11]. In cold winters and springs the previous year's leaves may fall before the new leaves are produced[202]. The plant strongly resents root disturbance[1, 11] and should be placed in its permanent position as soon as possible. The plant flowers on wood produced the previous summer[200]. All pruning should be carried out in spring before new growth starts but after flowering has ended[1]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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