Hypericum x Blue Velvet™

St Johnswort

Dr. Paul Cappiello of Yew Dell Gardens in Kentucky selected Blue Velvet™ ('CCFLPC-1') St Johnswort, a blue-leaved seedling of H. kalmiatum. The attractive small-leaved foliage of Hypericum x Blue Velvet™ is set off by lovely bright yellow flowers for an extended period in mid summer. The name 'Blue Velvet' fits the appearance of this lovely introduction perfectly.

Height

3 Feet

Spread

4 Feet

Bloom Color

Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone

Current Availability

Qty Avail	Description	Comments	Future Crop	Future Crop Ready Date
372	Hypericum x Blue Velvet #3 (NATIVE-yellow)	Trimmed	480	mid July
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Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Deer Resistant
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Dry

Bloom Time

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Summer

Exposure

•

Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Pollinators

Tolerance

•	Drought Tolerant
•	Salt Tolerant

Foliage Color

•	Blue/Blue-Gray/Blue-Green

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