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Hypericum lancasteri

Also Known As

  • Lancasterian St. John's Wort

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Hypericum lancasteri plant details

Hypericum lancasteri is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hypericum lancasteri

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: hypericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hypericum lancasteri

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A delightful recently (1980) introduced species, this graceful small shrub creates an attractive effect with sea-green foliage, red-flushed stems, red-margined flower buds, yellow flowers, and red-tinged seed capsules. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Hypericum lancasteri plant

How to Grow Hypericum lancasteri

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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