Hypericum inod. 'Elstead' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The St John's wort 'Elstead' (Hypericum inodorum) is a compact small shrub with decorative, red fruits. It produces yellow flowers from May to July. The St John's wort 'Elstead' also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.2 metres and grows to around 1 metre wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hypericum elatum 'Elstead'.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * deer resistant

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the St John's wort 'Elstead' are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
Europe.

Frost hardiness
The St John's wort 'Elstead' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
St John's wort 'Elstead' is a compact growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1 - 1.2 m and is approx. 0.8 - 1 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from May to July.

Fruit
The red fruits of Hypericum inodorum 'Elstead' are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Ornamental shrub