{"product_id":"col-2l-hyp-hidx1","title":"1 Hypericum Hidcote St Johns Wort Plant, Hardy Evergreen Yellow Flowering Shrub, 2 Litre Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHypericum Hidcote – St John's Wort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHypericum Hidcote is one of the most popular and reliable garden shrubs available, celebrated for its masses of large, saucer-shaped golden yellow flowers produced continuously from midsummer right through to autumn. This outstanding variety has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) for its exceptional garden performance and ease of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its dense, bushy habit and semi-evergreen foliage, Hypericum Hidcote provides year-round structure and interest. Once the long flowering season draws to a close, attractive autumn berries extend the display and offer valuable food for garden wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant large golden yellow flowers from July to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSemi-evergreen – retains foliage in milder winters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy habit reaching approximately 1–1.2m in height and spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eThrives in full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTolerates most well-drained soils, including dry conditions once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFully frost hardy and suitable for exposed or sheltered positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance – minimal care required once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eBee and butterfly friendly, ideal for wildlife gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Ideas and Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHypericum Hidcote is a wonderfully versatile shrub. Use it as a striking border plant, a low informal hedge, or for ground cover on slopes and banks. Its compact size and dense habit make it equally suited to cottage garden schemes, rockeries, foundation planting, or container growing on patios and terraces. For maximum impact, try mass planting for a sweep of golden colour throughout the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the easiest shrubs to grow. Plant in any reasonable, well-drained soil in a position receiving full sun to partial shade. Once established, Hypericum Hidcote is drought tolerant and requires very little ongoing attention. A light prune in early spring helps maintain a tidy shape and encourages vigorous new flowering growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Hypericum x hidcoteense 'Hidcote'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCommon Names: St John's Wort, Hypericum Hidcote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eClassification: Semi-Evergreen Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread: 1–1.2m x 1–1.2m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Dense, Bushy, Compact Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePerfect for: Borders, Low Hedging, Ground Cover, Slopes, Containers, Cottage Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFlowering Time: July to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFlower Colour: Golden Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eBerrying Season: Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlanting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSoil Requirements: Any Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Fully Hardy (UK Hardy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAttracts: Bees, Butterflies and Garden Wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eType: Hardy Semi-Evergreen Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Mid-Green, Oval to Lance-Shaped Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePruning: Light trim in early spring to maintain shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive one Hypericum Hidcote plant supplied in a 2 litre pot, well-rooted and ready for planting out or potting on.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hope Plants Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55818991763841,"sku":"COL-2L-HYP-HIDX1","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/0854\/7722\/files\/file_cd8d279c-d520-473f-b79b-4f983635fd11.png?v=1781866062","url":"https:\/\/www.hopeplants.com\/products\/col-2l-hyp-hidx1","provider":"Hope Plants Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}