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Alpine RockeryShrubs
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Sand
Loam
Chalk
Moisture
Well–drained, Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- 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
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Ideal for rock garden, gravel and scree gardens. Avoid exposed areas with cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by seed in autumn or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Wall side borders
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust
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