Hypericum

SEASONALITY
➜ Available Year-Round

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Accent Flower, Texture Flower, Filler Flower

VASE LIFE
➜ Long-Lasting

BERRY SIZE
➜ 0.25–0.5in

STEM LENGTH
➜ 40–60cm

➜ Hypericum can comfortably remain dry-packed in the cooler for 2–3 days before processing, making it one of the more durable accent flowers

➜ Recut woody stems at a sharp angle before conditioning in fresh water, allowing 2–4 hours of hydration before designing whenever possible

➜ Condition in moderately deep buckets, removing any foliage that will sit below the water line

➜ Hypericum performs exceptionally well in both fresh water arrangements and properly saturated floral foam

➜ Before designing, remove any yellowing leaves or spent flowers so the colorful berries remain the focal point

➜ Harvest individual berry clusters from larger stems to add texture exactly where you need it without overwhelming the arrangement

➜ Keep berry clusters from rubbing against hard surfaces during transport to help prevent scuffing and bruising

➜ Hypericum is an excellent choice for weddings, sympathy work, and everyday arrangements thanks to its dependable vase life and sturdy stems

➜ Save shorter berry sprigs after designing—they're perfect for boutonnières, corsages, bud vases, and detailed finishing work

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Excellent longevity
♡ Great texture and color
♡ Highly versatile
♡ Available year-round

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Berry size varies naturally
✗ Can occasionally shed berries with age
✗ Frequently overlooked in favor of flashier products
✗ Has been carrying arrangements quietly for decades

Why doesn't my hypericum have flowers?
➜ That's completely normal; hypericum is grown primarily for its colorful berries—their small flowers bloom earlier in the season, leaving behind the decorative berries that florists use in arrangements

Are the berries supposed to feel firm?
➜ Yes, healthy hypericum berries should feel firm and smooth—soft or shriveled berries are a sign that the stem is nearing the end of its vase life

Can hypericum stay boxed overnight?
➜ Absolutely—it's one of the hardier accent products in the cooler and handles overnight dry storage very well

Can I use individual berry clusters instead of the whole stem?
➜ Definitely; florists regularly clip smaller berry sprays to tuck texture and color throughout low arrangements and centerpieces while making each stem go farther

Can hypericum be used in floral foam?
➜ Absolutely—its sturdy woody stems perform beautifully in properly saturated floral foam for both everyday designs and large event work

Why are some berries green while others are red, pink, peach, or white?
➜ Hypericum is available in many different varieties—berry color depends on the cultivar, and each brings its own unique look and personality to floral designs

Is hypericum beginner-friendly?
➜ Without question—it's one of our favorite accent products for DIY designers because it's durable, forgiving, and adds texture with very little effort

☆ Adds texture and color simultaneously
☆ Excellent flower-to-dollar value
☆ Available in a wide range of berry colors
☆ Works across countless design styles
☆ One of the easiest products to justify adding to a recipe

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☆ Hydrangea
☆ Amaryllis
☆ Scabiosa
☆ Eucalyptus
☆ Winter Greenery

☆ Hypericum is related to St. John's Wort, and grown almost entirely for its decorative berries—which provide long-lasting texture and color after the plant's small flowers have finished blooming

☆ Florists often use hypericum as a transitional element, helping bridge focal flowers, greenery, and fillers while adding subtle dimension

☆ Thanks to its exceptional durability and naturally branching stems, hypericum is one of the floral industry's most dependable accent flowers for weddings, everyday arrangements, and sympathy work