Description
Hypericum frondosum ‘Sunburst’ St. John’s Wort is a striking deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States, valued for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage that adds a bright, sunlit appearance to landscapes throughout the growing season. This cultivar features an upright, mounding habit reaching 3 to 4 feet in height, with glossy, ovate leaves that emerge chartreuse in spring and mature to a rich yellow, providing extended season interest. In mid to late summer, ‘Sunburst’ produces clusters of delicate, bright yellow, five-petaled flowers with prominent stamens that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The plant is highly adaptable to a range of soil types and thrives in full sun to partial shade, demonstrating excellent drought tolerance once established, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens and naturalized areas. Its unique combination of vivid foliage and attractive blooms has earned it recognition among landscape professionals and gardeners seeking ornamental shrubs that deliver both color and ecological benefits.