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Kalm's St. John's Wort

Kalm's St. John's Wort

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Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Zone 3

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Common nameKalm's St. John's Wort
FamilyHypericaceae
GenusSt. John's Wort
Speciescalmianite
TypeOrnamental shrub
Botanical nameKalm's St. John's Wort

Hypericum kalmianum is a compact and very hardy ornamental shrub, valued for its abundant bright yellow flowers and high tolerance to difficult conditions. This North American species is distinguished by its numerous star-shaped golden-yellow flowers with prominent stamens, which appear in summer and strongly attract pollinators. Its general habit is rounded, dense, and naturally well-branched, with a wider than tall silhouette, making it an excellent choice for borders, foreground plantings, and group plantings. The deciduous to semi-evergreen foliage, depending on the climate, is bluish-green and provides a fine and decorative texture throughout the season. Very hardy and easy to maintain, Hypericum kalmianum is particularly appreciated for sustainable landscaping, naturalistic gardens, and exposed areas where few shrubs thrive long-term.

Hypericum kalmianum

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Watering

Low to moderate

Soil type

Ordinary, well-drained, tolerates poor soils

Fertilization

Low, rarely needed

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

2–3.3 ft (0.6–1 m)

Width / spread

3–4 ft (0.9–1.2 m)

Flower color

Bright yellow

Foliage color

Blueish green

Foliage type

Deciduous to semi-evergreen

Growth rate

Moderate

Growth habit

Compact, rounded, and dense shrub

Bloom period

Summer

Fruiting

Discrete brownish capsules of no ornamental interest

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes