Slender St John's-wort (Hypericum Pulchrum) is a perennial herb in the Clusiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hypericum pulchrum is a slender, erect, hairless perennial plant growing 20 to 50 cm tall with smooth round stems and few pairs of alternate bluntly oval leaves that almost clasp the stem.

Slender St John's-wort

Slender St John's-wort

Hypericum Pulchrum

Hypericum pulchrum is a slender, erect, hairless perennial plant growing 20 to 50 cm tall with smooth round stems and few pairs of alternate bluntly oval leaves that almost clasp the stem.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
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:groundcover, pollinator support, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Slender 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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Clusiaceae
Genus:Hypericum