Shrubby St. John’s Wort (Hypericum prolificum)

Bees and other pollinators adore the yellow flowers of Shrubby St. John’s Wort. The plant can grow under a variety of conditions and is also resistant to deer and other mammals due to toxic substances in the plant. However, it serves as a host plant for a variety of caterpillars. It also has a number of popular medical uses.

Additional information

Special Features

Host Plants, Medicinal, Pollinator Favorites

Sun

Full, Partial

Soil

Average, Dry

Height

3'-6'

Bloom Color

Yellow

Bloom Time

July

Native Plant Category

Trees, Shrubs, and Vines