Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Hypericum androsaemum 'Albury Purple'
Albury Purple St. John's Wort
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Height
- 24 to 36 inches
- Width
- 24 to 36 inches
- Flower color
- Bright yellow with golden centers
- Foliage color
- Deep red-purple, maturing to green
- Bloom time
- Summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Adaptable; tolerates average to wet soil conditions
- Maintenance
- Low; consider cutting back in early spring to promote vigorous growth
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Berries provide food for birds
About this plant
Hypericum androsaemum 'Albury Purple' is a deciduous shrub that features bright red buds, which open into deep yellow flowers in mid-summer. The plant has attractive green leaves accented with shades of purple and burgundy, creating an eye-catching contrast. Following the blooms, the shrub produces berries that change colors throughout the season, from pink to crimson, and finally turning black as they mature.
This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile for a variety of garden settings. It pairs well with other sun-loving plants like lavender, ornamental grasses, or other perennials that complement its bold colors. Its seasonal interest, from flowers to berries, ensures it remains a focal point throughout the growing season.
Works well in
Sun Gardens · Borders · Bird Gardens · Cottage Gardens
Companion plants
Catmint · Feather reed grass · Salvias · Coneflowers · Lavenders · Sedums
Design tip
Use ‘Albury Purple’ where its changing colors can provide interest throughout the growing season. Purple and burgundy foliage contrasts with bright yellow summer flowers, followed by berries that progress from pink to crimson and finally black as they mature.
