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Shiny, apple-red fruits.

Hypericum Red Star

Red Star will fill your garden with interest and your flower arrangements with apple-red fruits

In recent years Hypericum has risen to the top 50 cut flower stems in the world, making it the most successful berry producing shrub ever. With the introduction of this new Series, you can enjoy Hypericum that were exclusively bred for the cut flower industry in your own garden! What does this mean? It guarantees beautifully colored fruits on perfectly branched varieties for your enjoyment whether it’s in the garden or as cuts for your home.

A color break-through, Red Star will fill your fall garden with interest and your floral arrangements with large, apple red hips! Hypericum can be used as a specimen plant or planted in drifts where they can truly show off.  These are also truly rust resistant. This plant is sold exclusively through the First Editions® brand.

Please note: We don't sell plants. Asking your local retailer or googling the plant name is the easiest way to find someone selling our plants.

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Who Am I?

  • Common Name

    First Editions®️ Red Star St. John's wort
  • Botanical Name

    Hypericum 'Kolmarest' PP21313

Cultural Details

  • Bloom Time

    Flower in spring - Fruits in late summer
  • Size

    30-36″ tall by 30-36″ wide
  • Hardiness Zone

    6-9
  • Light

    Full sun to part shade
  • Soil

    average garden soil
  • Moisture

    Moist, but well drained
  • Disease & Pests

    Rust resistant
  • Landscape Use

    Foundations, cutting gardens, wildlife gardens, borders, small urban gardens, containers
  • Propagation

    Cuttings

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