Hypericum frondosum 'Sunburst'

St. John's Wort

This native shrub produces a profusion of striking yellow blooms in summer that attract pollinators. Flowers are followed by 1/2" tall, upright, red-brown capsules. Upright, rounded in shape with stout branches with exfoliating bark. Distinct blue-green foliage provides a perfect background for the bright yellow flowers. This is an excellent choice for mass plantings.

  • Deciduous, native, flowering shrub
  • Bold yellow flowers
  • Blue-green foliage

  • Category: Shrub, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • Height: 2-3 ft
  • Spread: 3-4 ft
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Classification by Use
Mass Planting
Native
Landscape Characteristics
Flowers
Fragrance
Habit
Mounding
Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring
Summer
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Moderate
Light Requirement
Part Sun
Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Well-Drained
Foliage Color
Green
Attributes
Focal Point
Native
Summer Bloomer
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hypericum frondosum 'Sunburst'

Plant in full sun for best flowering. This native tolerates dry soil and heat better than other species.