Hypericum dummeri* 'Peter Dummer', also known as St. John’s wort, is a versatile, low-growing shrub perfect for vibrant ground cover and border planting. This compact plant has attractive, fresh green foliage that remains beautiful all season, producing abundant bright yellow flowers in summer with striking, star-shaped stamens. These blooms attract bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity in the garden. ‘Peter Dummer’ is hardy and thrives in both full sun and partial shade, making it suitable for a variety of garden styles. Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, it retains its ornamental value even in dry periods. Ideal for adding color and structure to the garden, with a long flowering period and a natural, playful charm.
Please note: Plants are living products and may therefore differ from the photo and description. Minor natural imperfections can occur. These often recover in your garden. These plants are vigorous and long-lasting. They are supplied in growing pots and are shipped directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: garden shrub
- Height: approx. 10-25 cm
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Light: partial shade
- Care: easy — low maintenance, drought-tolerant
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Sun or shade
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Height
- 0.5-1 m
- Spread
- 1-1.5 m
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Time to maturity
- 5-10 years
- Drought resistance
- Yes
- Aspect
- East, North, South, West
- Hardiness (RHS)
- H5 (to about -10 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder
Ranges come from the RHS Plant Finder and PFAF. They show what each plant tolerates; local conditions vary.
Free delivery, always — on every order across Ireland and the EU 🌿
Typical Delivery Times
Ireland and all EU destinations — 5–8 working days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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