Hypericum calycinum |
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Creeping St. Johnswort, Aaron's Bea |
Hypericum calycinum is an evergreen perennial groundcover. It reaches less than 1' tall and spreads 2'. Yellow flowers bloom in the summer. Foliage is dark green. In some areas, it is considered invasive. It prefers sandy and alkaline soil, full or part sun. It will not bloom if planted in complete shade. This is a great plant for a difficult hillside.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.