Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer'
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A loose, spreading, low-growing but bushy shrub, with oval, blue-green, semi-evergreen leaves to 60cm (23in). In summer it produces large saucer-shaped, bright yellow flowers with a distinct circle of stamens. Foliage takes on reddish tints in autumn, when conical, red-brown fruit may also be seen.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer' (Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer')
- Genus
- Hypericum
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy · Matforming
- Habit
- Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer'
Distribution map
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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 Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer'
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Hypericum × dummeri 'Peter Dummer' care guide
- Water moderately, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry between waterings.
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water moderately, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry between waterings.
Fertilizing
FertilizingApply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile to poor, 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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