Hypericum × inodorum Golden Beacon ('Wilhyp'PBR)
tall tutsan [Golden Beacon]
A semi-evergreen, low growing, spreading but bushy shrub with mottled, golden-green, oval leaves that are flushed burnt orange when young. Height 0.8-1m (2.6-3.2ft). In summer it bears yellow-flowers with prominent stamens, followed in autumn by clusters of small yellow-red berries.
Synonyms
Hypericum × inodorum 'Wilhyp'PBRHypericum 'Golden Beacon'
see moreHypericum 'Golden Beacon Variegata'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow Green Orange | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Yellow Green Orange | ||
| Autumn | Yellow Green Orange | Yellow Red | ||
| Winter | Yellow Green Orange |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy, Matforming
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Hypericum can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or trees, evergreen or deciduous, with usually paired leaves and showy yellow flowers with prominent stamens, followed by capsules, occasionally berry-like
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
Propagation
Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)
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