Magical Midnight Glow St. John's Wort
Hypericum × inodorum 'Kolmahim'Magical Midnight Glow St. John’s Wort is a compact ornamental shrub prized for its bright golden-yellow summer flowers and dramatic dark red berries that provide exceptional late-season interest. Beginning in mid-summer, cheerful yellow blooms with prominent golden stamens cover the plant, attracting honey bees and butterflies. As the flowers fade, they are replaced by abundant glossy, deep red berries that persist well into fall, creating striking contrast against the rich green foliage and making excellent additions to fresh and dried floral arrangements.
Its naturally dense, rounded habit makes Magical Midnight Glow an outstanding choice for mixed shrub borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and patio containers. The attractive foliage provides season-long texture, while the colorful berries add unique interest long after flowering has finished. Its compact size makes it easy to incorporate into landscapes of all sizes.
Typically growing 2 to 3 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, Magical Midnight Glow thrives in full sun to partial sun and performs best in well-drained soil. Once established, it tolerates heat, short periods of drought, and a variety of soil conditions, making it an easy-care addition to the landscape.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun to partial sun in well-drained soil.
Soil: Adapts to clay, loam, and sandy soils with good drainage.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods.
Fertilizing: Fertilize lightly in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer if needed.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous new growth.
Spacing: Space plants 2–3 feet apart for mature growth.
Maintenance: Remove older stems as needed to encourage dense growth and mulch annually to conserve moisture.
Its cheerful yellow blooms, dramatic dark berries, compact habit, and outstanding multi-season appeal make Magical Midnight Glow St. John’s Wort an excellent shrub for adding long-lasting color and texture to the garden.
Landscape Solutions:
- Fits smaller landscapes with its naturally compact, tidy habit.
- Supports pollinators by providing nectar for bees and butterflies.
- Produces decorative berries that are excellent for fresh and dried floral arrangements.
- Thrives in hot, sunny locations and requires little maintenance once established.
