HYPERICUM Hidcote

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Hypericum ‘Hidcote’

• Common Name: St. John’s Wort ‘Hidcote’

• Plant Type: Hardy, deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub

• Growth Habit: Dense, bushy shrub with a rounded shape; typically reaches 1.2 metres in height and spread.

• Foliage: Small, oval, dark green leaves that may remain through mild winters.

• Flowers: Large, golden-yellow, saucer-shaped blooms up to 7–8 cm across, with prominent central stamens for a striking effect.

• Flowering Period: Mid-summer to early autumn (July to September), producing a long-lasting display.

• Seasonal Interest: Bright yellow summer flowers, neat green foliage, and attractive seed capsules that add winter structure.

• Garden Uses: Ideal for borders, hedging, ground cover, and mixed shrub planting. Works well in informal gardens and cottage-style landscapes.

• Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland.

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade; flowering is best in sunnier positions.

• Soil Preferences: Any well-drained soil, including poor or sandy types; will tolerate clay if drainage is improved.

• pH Range: Neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.0).

• Moisture Needs: Moderate water needs—tolerates short dry spells once established but prefers evenly moist soil.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn when conditions are mild.

• Spacing: Space plants 60–90 cm apart depending on use (closer for hedging, wider for individual specimens).

• Shelter Needs: Thrives in open positions but will also do well in sheltered spots; tolerates coastal conditions.

• Companion Planting: Complements other summer-flowering shrubs such as spiraea, potentilla, and buddleja.

• Container Growing: Can be grown in large pots; use a loam-based compost for stability and moisture retention.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Water regularly during the first growing season to help roots establish.

  • Once mature, water during extended dry periods, especially in containers.

• Feeding:

  • Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowers.

  • A light top-dressing of compost in spring can also boost soil health.

• Pruning:

  • Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged stems and encourage new growth.

  • Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

• Mulching: Apply a 5 cm layer of compost, bark chips, or well-rotted manure around the base in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally free from serious pests; occasional aphids or rust may appear but are rarely problematic.

• Winter Care: Fully hardy; no winter protection is needed. In colder areas, mulch lightly to protect roots.

• Weed Control: Keep the area around the base weed-free to reduce competition for water and nutrients.

• Longevity: A long-lived shrub that provides year-after-year summer colour with minimal maintenance.

• Size
  2 Litre

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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