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Blues Festival® St. John's Wort

Hypericum kalmianum 'SMHKBF' (Blues Festival®)

Category: Deciduous Shrub • St. John's Wort

Discover Blues Festival® St. John's Wort, a vibrant, low-maintenance plant perfect for borders and pollinator gardens.

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Mature Height: 1-2 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Blues Festival® St. John's Wort is a compact, hardy shrub known for its vibrant blue-green foliage and bright yellow flowers. It attracts pollinators and is ideal for borders or mass plantings.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates dry conditions once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types and pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Watering Needs

Requires moderate watering, allowing soil to dry slightly between sessions.

Pruning Notes

Light pruning after flowering can help maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

A balanced fertilizer in early spring will support healthy growth.

Common Issues

May face issues with root rot in overly wet conditions or attract aphids.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

mass plantingborderpollinator garden

Special Features

Attractive yellow flowersdrought-tolerantlow maintenance.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for naturalizing and attracting pollinators. Works well in sunny borders or as ground cover.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Frequently Asked Questions

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