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Hypericum hookerianum

Also Known As

  • St. John's Wort

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Hypericum hookerianum plant details

Hypericum hookerianum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hypericum hookerianum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hypericaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hypericum hookerianum

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hardiest of the Himalayan species, this vigorous 4-6' shrub is so VERY free with its cupped flowers of a rich warm yellow, that "one may find perfect flowers at Christmas..." (Arnold-Forster); incredible with violet-blues. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Hypericum hookerianum plant

How to Grow Hypericum hookerianum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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