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Sunny Boulevard St. John's Wort
Hypericum

  • Exposure
    • Sun
  • Season
    • Winter
  • Mature Size
    • 24 - 36 Inches
Programs
ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs
ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs
Sunny Boulevard St. John's Wort Hypericum
Sun 24 - 36

This tightly branched shrub is noted for its long bloom time, beginning in July and continuing until September. The flowers are rich yellow, small but numerous, and the leaves are willow-like. Native to North America.

Features

Bright yellow flowers from July to September. Prune to shape after flowering. Long bloom time. Deer resistant. Native.

Winter Interest
Drought Tolerant
Native to North America

Characteristics

Shrub Type: 
Deciduous
Height Category: 
Medium
Garden Height: 
24 - 36 Inches
Spacing Maximum: 
48 Inches
Spread: 
24 - 36 Inches
Flower Colors: 
Yellow
Flower Shade: 
Yellow
Foliage Colors: 
Green
Foliage Shade: 
Dark Green
Habit: 
Mounded
Container Role: 
Thriller

Plant Needs

Light Requirement: 
Sun
Bloom Time: 
Summer
Hardiness Zones: 
4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Uses: 
Container
Uses: 
Landscape
Uses Notes: 

Groupings, masses, perennial or shrub borders, hedges. Great for adding bright summer color to the garden.

Duration: 
Shrub
Water Category: 
Average
Maintenance Category: 
Easy
Maintenance Notes: 

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils. Prefers rich, sandy loams. Tolerant of some drought. Northern gardeners should mulch roots in the winter. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application. Prune as needed to shape after flowering.

Patent Information: 
Sunny Boulevard Hypericum 'Deppe' PP: 20045 Can. PP: 3587

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