ShrubNative

Hypericum prolificum

Shrubby St. John’s Wort
FamilyHypericaceae - St. John’s Wort Family

Shrubby St. John’s Wort (Hypericum prolificum) is a deciduous shrub native to North America, typically growing 3 to 5 feet tall and wide. It features upright, multi-stemmed growth with attractive, bright yellow flowers that bloom profusely in mid to late summer. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils, tolerating both dry and moist conditions once established. Shrubby St. John’s Wort is valued for its adaptability, drought tolerance, and ability to attract pollinators, making it an excellent choice for naturalized landscapes and rain gardens.

Native range
Central & Eastern United States & CanadaNative here
Bloom time
June – August
Garden location
Northwest Shade Bed

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