Shrubby St. John Wort - Hypericum prolificum
Shrubby St. John Wort - Hypericum prolificum
Shrubby St. John's wort is a low to medium-sized native shrub reaching 3 to 4 feet high. The bright yellow flowers with a profusion of yellow stamens look like fireworks. The exfoliating bark and attractive seed capsules add winter interest to the landscape.
Plant Type: Shrub
Landscape Uses: Foundation, hedge, massing, mixed border, patio/sidewalk
Size Range: Small shrub (3-5 feet)
Light Exposure: Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily), Partial sun/shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
Hardiness Zones: Zone 4-8
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil
Tolerances: Dry sites, occasional flooding, alkaline soil, clay soil
Season of Interest: Early summer, Mid summer, Late summer
Growth Rate: Slow
Attracts birds, pollinators, or wildlife: Birds, butterflies and bees.