Description
Hypericum androsaemum ‘Albury Purple’, also known as Tutsan, is a compact deciduous shrub that brings rich foliage, cheerful blooms, and dramatic fruit to mixed borders and woodland edges. Growing 24 to 36 inches tall, it features ovate leaves flushed with deep purple in spring and fading to rich dark green by summer’s end. This contrasts beautifully with bright yellow, star-shaped flowers that appear in summer. These are followed by striking, glossy black berries in fall—among the most ornamental of any Hypericum. While technically a hybrid, most seeds from ‘Albury Purple’ grow true, making it a reliable choice for propagation. Thriving in well-drained soil and sun to partial shade, it’s low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established. For gardeners seeking multi-season interest and bold texture, this cultivar delivers in spades.
