bearbrush

Garden uses

Notes

Bearbrush (Garrya fremontii) is a shrub for woodland gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil. Long silvery catkins hang from the branches in winter, and females bear berries for birds if a male grows nearby. It sits low on the menu for deer. Once established, it tolerates drought.

Pairs well with Blue oak, Western redbud, and California poppy.

Native range

CA, OR, and WA.