Dwarf St. John's-wort (Hypericum Mutilum) is a annual herb in the Clusiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A thin-stemmed, leafy, minimally branching herb or small shrub with yellow flowers, found in wet habitats.

Dwarf St. John's-wort

Dwarf St. John's-wort

Hypericum Mutilum

A thin-stemmed, leafy, minimally branching herb or small shrub with yellow flowers, found in wet habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, wetland restoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dwarf St. John's-wort

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Clusiaceae
Genus:Hypericum