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Sunburst St. John's Wort
Hypericum frondosum 'Sunburst'
Pronunciation: hi-PER-i-kum fron-DOH-sum
SKU #04213
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | Dense, blue-tinged, green foliage on a compact, upright shrub that is excellent as a foundation plant, in mass plantings, and informal hedges. Vivid yellow flowers with a distinctive puffball of stamens add sunny color to the summer landscape. Seldom grazed by rabbits or deer. Deciduous in colder regions; an evergreen in warmer climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Spirea (Spiraea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Carpet Rose (Rosa); Sedum (Sedum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, sandy to loamy, well-drained soil; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Reduce frequency once established; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune annually in late winter to promote vigorous new growth. |
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| Description | Dense, blue-tinged, green foliage on a compact, upright shrub that is excellent as a foundation plant, in mass plantings, and informal hedges. Vivid yellow flowers with a distinctive puffball of stamens add sunny color to the summer landscape. Seldom grazed by rabbits or deer. Deciduous in colder regions; an evergreen in warmer climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Spirea (Spiraea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Carpet Rose (Rosa); Sedum (Sedum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, sandy to loamy, well-drained soil; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Reduce frequency once established; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune annually in late winter to promote vigorous new growth. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sunburst St. John's Wort produce flowers?
Midsummer
Is Sunburst St. John's Wort evergreen or deciduous?
Sunburst St. John's Wort is Semi-Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sunburst St. John's Wort?
Sunburst St. John's Wort is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form.
Is Sunburst St. John's Wort resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Sunburst St. John's Wort grow?
Sunburst St. John's Wort has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Sunburst St. John's Wort?
Sunburst St. John's Wort grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Sunburst St. John's Wort in my landscape?
Sunburst St. John's Wort is suitable for: Border, Hedge.
What color are Sunburst St. John's Wort flowers?
Sunburst St. John's Wort produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sunburst St. John's Wort?
Sunburst St. John's Wort has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunburst St. John's Wort?
Good companion plants for Sunburst St. John's Wort include: Spirea (Spiraea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Carpet Rose (Rosa); Sedum (Sedum).
How do I care for Sunburst St. John's Wort?
Thrives in enriched, sandy to loamy, well-drained soil; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Reduce frequency once established; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune annually in late winter to promote vigorous new growth.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.