Hypericum androsaemum 'Blue Velvet'

Blue Velvet St. John's Wort

Hypericum androsaemum ‘Blue Velvet’ is a deciduous shrub valued for its soft yellow summer flowers followed by highly ornamental metallic blue to blue-black berries. The foliage is blue-green to deep green, creating strong contrast with both the flowers and fruit. This St. John’s wort selection is especially prized for its unusual berry color, which extends ornamental interest well beyond bloom season.

Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Size: Width: 3–4 ft · Height: 3–4 ft
USDA Zones: 6a–9b

Form: Rounded, bushy

Light: Full sun to part shade

Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to average garden soils

Water: Medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees and other pollinating insects; berries may attract birds

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for borders, mixed shrub beds, and naturalized plantings where unusual berry color adds late-season interest. The fruit is also attractive in cut arrangements.

Care:
Plant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Prune in early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous new growth. Once established, it tolerates moderate dry conditions well.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

3-4'

Width

3-4'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Jasmine

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Average, Well Drained

Shape

Rounded

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No