Good plant #15 - Hypericum 'Hidcote'

This is a large-ish deciduous flowering shrub that makes a spectacular hedge.  I think this is a great hedge plant because it's not just green and keeps flowering from late spring to autumn.

This plant has to be kept in check with some pruning in early spring.  Just shorten all the woody stems to leave your desired shape - don't be shy as they are vigorous plants.  Remove any dead flowers and more will replace them.

This plant will grow in most well-drained soil and loves a sunny position.  You can take cuttings of these in spring and autumn.  Remove a few 2/3 inch twigs, cut the bottoms off just below a leaf with a sharp knife.  Remove all the leaves except for couple and plant in gritty compost.

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