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Hypericum calycinum
Creeping St. Johnswort
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: GardenSoft
Description
Hypericum calycinum is an evergreen perennial ground cover. It grows 1' high and 1'-2' in spread, and spreads by underground runners. Yellow flowers bloom in the summer. The foliage is dark green. In some areas, it is considered aggressive. It prefers sandy and alkaline soil.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.
Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.