St. John's wort

Hypericum olympicum, a beautiful subspecies of St. John's Wort, is a delightful dwarf deciduous sub-shrub bringing cheerful vibrancy to sunny, dry spots in UK gardens. It forms a low-spreading mound of glaucous-green leaves. In summer, it produces an abundance of large, bright golden-yellow, star-shaped flowers with prominent stamens, creating a dazzling display. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor conditions once established. Ideal for rockeries, gravel gardens, or at the front of a Mediterranean-themed border. Shear back after flowering to maintain a tidy habit and encourage bushiness.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained.

Hardiness: H4 — down to −10°C.

Flowering: Jul, Aug, Sep.