St. John's Wort, Albury Purple

'Albury Purple' (St. John's Wort)

This selection of a bushy, semi-evergreen plant has lovely dusky-purple leaves. The erect plants produce striking yellow flowers in the middle of the summer, which are followed by decorative clusters of berries that turn from pink to crimson to black. outstanding in cut bouquets. beautiful effect of fall. Since new growth displays the greatest leaf color in the spring, trim back to 8 inches. A beautiful contrast plant for pots and containers that is worthwhile to cultivate even in less-hardy climates.

Plant Type Perennials, Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 5-8
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
Season of Interest Summer
Height18" - 24" (in), 2' - 4' (ft)
Spread18" - 24" (in), 2' - 4' (ft)
Spacing 1.5 ft - 3 ft
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam
Soil PH Acid
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Drought
Attracts Pollinators
Garden Uses Hedges and Screens
St. John's Wort, Albury Purple | 'Albury Purple' (St. John's Wort) || This selection of a bushy, semi-evergreen plant has lovely dusky-purple leaves. The erect plants produce striking yellow flowers in the middle of the summer, which are followed by decorative clusters of berries that turn from pink to crimson to black. outstanding in cut bouquets. beautiful effect of fall. Since new growth displays the greatest leaf color in the spring, trim back to 8 inches. A beautiful contrast plant for pots and containers that is worthwhile to cultivate even in less-hardy climates.
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Summer, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Fragrant, Showy, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Pollinators, Hedges and Screens
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