Dotted St. John's Wort (Hypericum Punctatum) is a perennial herb in the Hypericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A perennial herbaceous plant native to North America, known for its yellow flowers with distinctive black dots on the petals.

Dotted St. John's Wort

Dotted St. John's Wort

Hypericum Punctatum

A perennial herbaceous plant native to North America, known for its yellow flowers with distinctive black dots on the petals.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, deer resistant, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dotted 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