Mount Olympus St John's wort
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H. olympicum is a dwarf, deciduous sub-shrub to 25cm in height, with erect stems crowded with small ovate, grey-green leaves. Flowers to 5cm in width, bright yellow, in small clusters
Scientific classification
- Species
- Mount Olympus St John's wort (Hypericum olympicum)
- Genus
- Hypericum
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Mount Olympus St John's wort
Distribution map
Northern Greece Northwestern Turkey
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Culture
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Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Mount Olympus St John's wort
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Mount Olympus St John's wort care guide
- Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)
Pests
Generally pest-free
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