Photo of Hypericum galioides 'Brodie' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Hypericum galioides 'Brodie'

Also Known As

  • Brodie St. Johnswort

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Hypericum galioides 'Brodie' plant details

Hypericum galioides 'Brodie' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hypericum galioides 'Brodie'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hypericaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, compact, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hypericum galioides 'Brodie'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Festive canary yellow flowers with a flamboyant boss of stamens standing proud. Numerous flowers with narrow foliage on 3' x 3' plants. No running or reseeding.

Gardening facts about Hypericum galioides 'Brodie' plant

How to Grow Hypericum galioides 'Brodie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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