Bushy St. Johnswort
Hypericum densiflorum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
36"–72" H × 36"–60" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, DE, GA and 12 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Bushy St. Johnswort is a medium-sized native shrub that produces clusters of bright yellow flowers throughout the summer months. This deciduous plant forms a rounded, dense shape and thrives in full sun with moderate water needs. It provides reliable summer color and works well as a foundation planting or mixed border shrub.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bushy St. Johnswort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Winter appearance may look sparse when dormant
Wildlife value
The abundant yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during the long summer blooming period. This native shrub provides important nectar sources when many other plants have finished flowering.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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