.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Hidcote' St. John's Wort Hypericum 'Hidcote' Description This compact evergreen shrub features aromatic yellow flowers and glossy green foliage. It thrives in well-drained soils and is appreciated for its low maintenance and attractive appearance year-round. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, hedge planting, and rock gardens. It also makes a lovely container plant for patios and terraces. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hidcote' St. John's Wort Hypericum 'Hidcote' Common Name: Hidcote' St. John's Wort Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 ft tall and wide, with a bushy habit Hardiness Zones: Zones 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen, Glossy green leaves Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growing Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Mildly toxic if ingested Fragrant: Slightly fragrant flowers Cut Flower: Yes, suitable for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Lavender, readers, roses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for optimal growth. Soil Moisture: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; needs protection from harsh winter winds Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring Special Care: Minimal; prune and water as needed for best results