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‘Tricolor’

St. John's Wort

Hypericum x moserianum

'Tricolor'

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  • Colorful foliage
  • Deer resistant
  • Durable
Description

True to its name, 'Tricolor' hypericum is a very brightly colored, low arching shrub with cream, pink and green leaves. Yellow flowers add even more color in mid-summer.

USDA Zone
7 - 9 (0°F/-17°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
1 - 2'
Width
1 - 2'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Yellow
Foliage Color
Variegated

Soil

Adaptable to any well-drained soil.

Pruning

Trim back in early spring if desired or required.

Uses

Specimen; hedge; edging; foundation plantings; mixed borders.

Growing Tips

More tender than other hypericum, this variety is susceptible to substantial winter dieback in cold climates.

Features: Deer resistant, Foliage interest

Filters: Botanical genus: Hypericum, Common name: St. John's Wort, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Yellow flowers, Variegated foliage

Features: Deer resistant, Foliage interest

Filters: Botanical genus: Hypericum, Common name: St. John's Wort, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Summer, Yellow flowers, Variegated foliage