HERB St. John’s Wort

St. John’s Wort
Hypericum spp.

St. John’s Wort is a cheerful flowering shrub or perennial known for its bright yellow blooms, easy care, and long flowering season. Blooming from late spring through summer, this versatile plant adds vibrant color to landscapes while attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Depending on the variety, St. John’s Wort can be used as a low shrub, border plant, groundcover, or accent in pollinator and cottage-style gardens. Many types feature attractive blue-green foliage and decorative seed capsules that add seasonal interest even after flowering.

This hardy plant performs well in North Florida landscapes and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is drought tolerant and low maintenance.

Features:
• Bright yellow summer flowers
• Pollinator friendly
• Easy-care landscape plant
• Great for borders and mass plantings
• Drought tolerant once established
• Long blooming season

Mature Size: Varies by variety; typically 2–4 ft. tall and wide
Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
USDA Zones: 5–9 (variety dependent)

Perfect for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes.

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