Hypericum elodes - 17 cm aquatic basket

Description
The Bog hypericum (Hypericum elodes) is a carpet-like perennial that forms yellow flowers from July to September. Its roundish leaves are dark green. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 5 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Bog hypericum is well tolerant of frost.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Bog hypericum are dark green, roundish.

Frost hardiness
The Bog hypericum has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Carpet-like.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
Hypericum elodes forms yellow flowers from July.

Use
Pond edge, ground cover