About
A dwarf, evergreen shrub to 10cm tall, with prostrate, rooting stems densely clothed in leathery leaves to 3cm long. In early summer it produces clusters of yellow flowers at the stem tip. Best grown in a rock garden or alpine trough.
About the 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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Shrubs
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesRock garden, Patio and container plants
Native toCrete
ToxicityFruit 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
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass grow in a gritty potting mix with added limestone chips, in bright filtered light with good ventilation. Outdoors grow in freely-draining, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun with protection from excessive winter wet
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)