Species: Hypericum frondosum

(hye-per'i-kum fron-doe-sum)

Hypericum frondosum

Golden St. Johnswort

Found on Course Walks

Map of plant locations

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In Collection(s):

Woody Shrubs for Storm Water Retention

Cultivars

Ornamental Characteristics

Size: Shrub < 4 feet, Groundcover

Height: 3' - 4' (equal spread)

Leaves: Deciduous

Shape: round mounded

Ornamental Other: prefers full sun

Environmental Characteristics

Light: Full sun

Hardy To Zone: 6a

Soil Ph: Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)

Environmental Other: bluish green foliage; bright yellow flowers bloom in June-July; reddish brown exfoliating bark

Moisture Tolerance: Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

No diseases listed

Bare Root Transplanting

Other

native to southeastern United States, May suffer from winter dieback in Zone 5.

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil

Consistently moist, well-drained soil

Occasional periods of dry soil

Prolonged periods of dry soil

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