Stardust Hyperium is a semi-evergreen shrub with unique variegated lance-shaped leaves and exfoliating bark on mature plants. The leaves emerge creamy-white with a pink tinge, then darken to creamy white with green molting before fully turning dark green as it matures. The small yellow flowers have numerous long stamen and bloom in spring. Best bloom in full sun and well-drained soils. Attracts butterflies and pollinators.
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Height: |
2.5' - 3' |
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Spread: |
2' - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Well-drained soils essential. Root rot can be a significant problem in hot and humid climates.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Beebalm, Switch Grass, Black-eyed Susan
IMAGE: KENPEI, Hypericum patulum2, CC BY-SA 3.0
