Cedar Glade St. John's Wort
Hypericum frondosum
Last reviewed: July 2026
Hypericum frondosum is a drought-tolerant native shrub producing bright yellow flowers from June through August. This Cedar Glade St. John's Wort thrives in southeastern states from Texas to North Carolina.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–48" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, FL, GA, KY and 6 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Golden St. John's-wort is a compact native shrub that produces bright yellow flowers throughout the summer months. This drought-tolerant plant forms a neat, rounded shape and requires minimal care once established.
Growing Cedar Glade St. John's Wort
Grow Cedar Glade St. John's Wort in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 24 to 48 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Cedar Glade St. John's Wort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The cheerful yellow blooms attract bees and butterflies during the long summer flowering period. Seeds provide food for birds in fall and winter.
Common questions
- When does Hypericum frondosum bloom?
- Cedar Glade St. John's Wort blooms from June through August, producing clusters of bright yellow flowers with prominent stamens.
- What pollinators visit Hypericum frondosum?
- This native shrub attracts bees and butterflies to its summer flowers, making it valuable for pollinator gardens in the Southeast.
- Where is Hypericum frondosum native?
- Cedar Glade St. John's Wort is native to southeastern United States, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
- What growing conditions does Hypericum frondosum prefer?
- This shrub thrives in full sun with low water requirements, making it excellent for xeriscaping and drought-tolerant landscapes in its native range.
- Is Cedar Glade St. John's Wort HOA-friendly?
- Cedar Glade St. John's Wort is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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