Hypericum (St. John's Wort)
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Including Hypericum kouytchense, & Hypericum androsaemum

Hypericum

St. John’s Wort

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Hypericum androsaemum    

Tutsan

Native to western Europe and North Africa, this handsome species’ common name comes from toute-saine (heal-all) and refers to the many healing properties the plant was once supposed to possess. Interesting year-round, Tutsan is a cure-all for shaded garden areas that need some brightening up. The wine-red stems and deep green foliage contrast beautifully with the cheerful golden yellow flowers in the summer, and later with the glossy red berries, which eventually turn black. The weight of the fruit causes the branches to arch, giving the plant a relaxed look, making it perfect for shrubby borders.

Tutsan also does well in the sun, planted with Lavenders. In late summer, its colors make a striking combination with Nepeta ‘Blue Dragon’ and the purple flowers of Buddleja ‘Ellen’s Blue’.

Blooms June – early August.

Size: 4' high x 4' wide; hardy to zone 6.

Hypericum androsaemum (S-0182)
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Hypericum kouytchense    

This truly elegant Hypericum is covered with an abundance of large, bright yellow, pointed buds, followed by golden yellow flowers whose prominent long stamens seem to sparkle. Against a background of smooth blue-hued leaves, the bright red berries and starlike calyxes make a colorful late season display. Though deciduous elsewhere, along our coast the aromatic leaves fill the garden with their scent all year round.

Blooms June–September.

Size: 3' high x 2' wide; hardy to zone 5.

Hypericum kouytchense (S-0417)
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