Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') — Bushy, Spreading, Creeping

Overview

Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') is a bushy, spreading, creeping shrubs in the genus Hypericum, part of the Hypericaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include groundcover, slopes, informal hedging, specimen plants, flower borders and beds.

About

Hypericum androsaemum 'Cornflakes' ('Vippzalm') is a cultivar of Hypericum, a genus that includes shrubs known for their bushy, spreading, and creeping habits. This plant can be deciduous, evergreen, or semi-evergreen and thrives in full sun or partial shade with a sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for use as groundcover, on slopes, informal hedging, or in flower borders and beds, offering interest in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hypericum

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy, Spreading, Creeping
Foliage: Deciduous, Evergreen, Semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Groundcover, Slopes, Informal hedging, Specimen plants, Flower borders, Beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm')

Propagation: Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to rust, honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm')?

Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') need?

Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') hardy in the UK?

Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm') has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Hypericum androsaemum Cornflakes ('Vippzalm')?

Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed.

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