Hypericum calycinum Fiesta ('Crowthyp'PBR) (v)
rose of Sharon [Fiesta]
An evergreen shrub to 30cm tall, spreading by runners. The arching, woody stems bear slender, dark green leaves with irregular, yellow-green margins; the new growth is bronze-flushed. In summer it produces buttercup yellow flowers at the stem tips
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Bronze Yellow | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green Bronze Yellow | ||
| Autumn | Green Yellow | |||
| Winter | Green Yellow |
Position
- Full shade
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Suckering
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Hypericum can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or trees, evergreen or deciduous, with usually paired leaves and showy yellow flowers with prominent stamens, followed by capsules, occasionally berry-like
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Drought tolerant once established. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Low Maintenance
- Ground cover
- Banks and slopes
Pruning
See pruning group 6
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)
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