Trailing St John's-wort (Hypericum Humifusum) is a perennial groundcover in the Hypericaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hypericum humifusum is a prostrate flowering plant in the St. John's wort family Hypericaceae commonly known as trailing St John's-wort.

Trailing St John's-wort

Trailing St John's-wort

Hypericum Humifusum

Hypericum humifusum is a prostrate flowering plant in the St. John's wort family Hypericaceae commonly known as trailing St John's-wort.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Trailing St John's-wort

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Trailing St John's-wort
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Taxonomy

Family:Hypericaceae
Genus:Hypericum