Creeping St. John's Wort flat of 18 Pots - 4 in

Hypericum calycinum (AKA Aaron's Beard, Jerusalem Star, Rose of Sharon)
Pronunciation: hy-PARE-ih-kum kal-ISS-in-um
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Brilliant canary-yellow blossoms crown the semi-evergreen leaves of Hypericum calycinum (commonly called St. John's Wort) from early summer to early fall. Many consider it one of the finest, most dramatic groundcovers available, and simply put, the flowers, with their explosion of tiny whiskers in the center of five yellow petals, are show-stoppers on this low-maintenance plant often used as a shrub or ground cover.

What is splendid about St. John's Wort is that after the bright yellow petals are spent and fall, sepals remain and look like a smaller yellowish green flower offering a constant show. Not to be outdone by the blazing yellow blossoms (3 inches in diameter), St. John's Wort foliage puts on quite a display as well with 1 inch wide ovate leaves that emerge chartreuse-bronzed then quickly turn medium-green, followed by dark-green and finally, in autumn, turn a deep purplish blue-green.

This groundcover has a dense, trailing, semi-woody habit making St. John's Wort an excellent choice for rock gardens, border fronts, naturalized plantings, erosion control, for stabilizing embankments/hillsides and for planting under trees as it has no trouble competing with shallow tree roots. We recommend St. John's Wort for somewhat large to very vast areas as it will spread moderately fast by rhizomes.

It prefers moist, well-drained, average-fertility soils in partial shade; however, it is tolerant of heat, drought, poor or sandy soils, various soil pHs, and some soil compaction. Whether let to grow over a vast area or kept confined, this groundcover offers an incredible display with her golden blossoms and constantly changing foliage.

Things to Note
One of very few effective groundcovers for dry, shady areas.

In Zones 5 and 6, winters may kill its top growth to the ground.

Though not a vine, its behavior is so similar, we include it in the search results for vines, so keep that in mind when planting.

Happy in full sun in zones 5/6, it prefers afternoon shade in zones 7-10.

Interesting Facts
St. John's Wort has been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. Though controversial, herbalists prescribe its use for ailments ranging from depression, insomnia, inflammation, kidney problems, lung issues and bacterial infections.

This ground cover is indigenous to Southeast Europe and Southwest Asia.

Another common name for St John's Wort is "Aaron's Beard" because of the whisker-like stamen that protrude from its center.
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Beautiful
05/03/2017 By Charles Clark
Product reviewed: Creeping St. John's Wort {flat of 18 Pots - 4 in }

These plants were in such good shape this was my second order, and I was so enthusiastic I mindlessly ordered 50% more than I needed! But there's no such thing as too much of a good thing. Thanks Classy Groundcovers!
Creeping in the box!
05/02/2017 By Ann Marie Savasta
Product reviewed: Creeping St. John's Wort {flat of 18 Pots - 4 in }

Plants were healthy, generous in size- still damp. Arrived quickly- So robust looking, I thought they were starting to creep in the box! As soon as the last one was planted, I submitted my next order. To date I have not been disappointed with CG. Highly recommend them!
They just jumped up!
04/26/2017 By Timothy Hargadon
Product reviewed: Creeping St. John's Wort {flat of 18 Pots - 4 in }

I planted 24 this past weekend in a spot that has been very difficult in the past.
The plants arrived in a hurry and very healthy.
They seem to be just jumping out of the ground. It helped that we had 2 days of rain here in Eastern Pa.
The plants were... Read full review >
Perfect
04/24/2017 By Charles Clark
Product reviewed: Creeping St. John's Wort {flat of 18 Pots - 4 in }

Unbelievable how perfectly these gorgeous plants
were packed. I wound up buying more! Thank you!
Wonderful
07/14/2016 By Barbara
Product reviewed: Creeping St. John's Wort {flat of 18 Pots - 4 in }

I love Classy Groundcovers. Their shipping, quality plants and customer service are great.
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Care
Care: Hypericum, Care: trim runners to prevent spread
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