Magical® Red Flame St. John's Wort

Magical Red Flame is the 'Kolmaref' selection of hybrid *Hypericum × inodorum* in the Magical series. Its late-spring yellow flowers are followed by bright red berries that last through summer and fall, while the semi-evergreen foliage can take maroon, orange and yellow tones. [Plants Unlimited](https://shop.plants-unlimited.com/products/hypericum-x-inodorum-kolmaref-magical%C2%AE-red-flame-st-johns-wort) gives a two-to-three-foot size and zones 6–9; [Plants Nouveau](https://www.plantsnouveau.com/collections/magical-garden/hypericum-magical-red-fame) lists the same 'Kolmaref' selection under Magical Red Fame. ## In the garden Use it in a well-drained border, hedge, container or cutting garden; the fruiting stems suit seasonal arrangements. Established plants tolerate heat and drought, and this selection is rust resistant. [Prides Corner](https://www.pridescorner.com/plant-name/Hypericum-inodorum-Red-Fame-Hypericum) reports PPAF; [Plants Nouveau](https://www.plantsnouveau.com/industry/plant-patents) defines that notation as a U.S. plant patent applied for or pending, not an issued patent number. ## Maintenance Water during establishment, then provide supplemental water through prolonged dry weather. Keep soil well drained, watch for rust, and prune only as needed after the berry display.