Elegant St John's Wort (Hypericum Elegans) is a perennial shrub in the Hypericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hypericum elegans is a species of flowering plant in the St. John's wort family Ericaceae, native to Europe.

Elegant St John's Wort

Elegant St John's Wort

Hypericum Elegans

Hypericum elegans is a species of flowering plant in the St. John's wort family Ericaceae, native to Europe.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Elegant St John's Wort

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Hypericaceae
Genus:Hypericum