Hypericum hypericoides (St. Andrew’s Cross)

A Delicate Native for Pollinators and Low-Maintenance Landscapes

Bring subtle beauty and ecological benefits to your garden with Hypericum hypericoides, commonly known as St. Andrew’s Cross. This native shrub is cherished for its dainty yellow flowers, adaptability, and ability to support pollinators.

• Unique Blooms: Small, four-petaled yellow flowers bloom from summer to early fall, forming an “X” shape reminiscent of St. Andrew’s Cross.
• Compact Growth: Reaches widths of 2–3 feet, making it an excellent choice for borders, woodland edges, or pollinator gardens.
• Pollinator Support: A valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies throughout the growing season.
• Drought-Tolerant & Hardy: Thrives in well-drained soils under full sun to partial shade. Hardy in USDA Zones 6–9.
• Low-Maintenance & Deer-Resistant: Requires little care once established and is not a preferred food source for deer.

With its charming flowers and adaptability, Hypericum hypericoides is a wonderful addition to native plant gardens, dry landscapes, and pollinator habitats.