St. John's Wort

Hypericum 'Hidcote'

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Overview

St. John's Wort 'Hidcote' (Hypericum 'Hidcote') is a versatile shrub known for its abundant, bright yellow flowers and dark green foliage. Ideal for borders or foundation plantings, this low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun to part shade. It matures to 3-4 feet in height and spread, with a rounded habit. Benefits from deadheading to promote continuous blooms from midsummer to early fall. Hardy in zones 5-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–11Climate Temperate

St. John's Wort (Hypericum 'Hidcote') — Ideal for borders or foundation plantings, this low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun to part shade

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Hypericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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St. John's Wort (Hypericum 'Hidcote') — showing a good level of drought tolerance once established; benefits from deadheading to promote continuous, image 120

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