Hypericum × inodorum Magical Universe ('Kolmuni'PBR) (Magical Series)
A compact, bushy, deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub to 60cm tall with aromatic dark green leaves flushed red-purple. Clusters of small, star-shaped, bright-yellow flowers from midsummer are followed by showy, dark red conical fruit.
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 | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green | Red | |
| Autumn | Green Gold | Red | ||
| Winter | Green Gold |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous or Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- 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 moist but well-drained soil in sun or part shade
Propagation
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)
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