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Hypericum galioides /Bedstraw St. Johnswort
Native species of hypericum growing in South Carolina's sandy soils
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Native species of hypericum growing in South Carolina's sandy soils
Low spreading shrub with a single yellow flower
Fine textured foliage
Typical hypericum flower with prominent stamens
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Scientific Name:
Hypericum galioides
Common Name:
Bedstraw St. Johnswort
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9
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Height:
1-2 feet
Spread:
2 -3 feet
Bloom time:
Summer
Flower color:
Yellow
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This drought tolerant plant can be used as a ground cover. Prune lightly after flowering to keep it from becoming leggy. It attracts butterflies when in bloom, and it has many, many blossoms in its flowering season.