Companion planting is an old gardening trick that helps plants grow better together. St. John’s Wort is a special herb with bright yellow flowers that can help people feel better when they’re sad or anxious. When you plant it with other friendly plants, it does well and makes the garden healthier too.
Lavender thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, just like St. John’s Wort. Lavender’s scent repels pests, reducing the need for chemical insecticides.
Catmint and St. John’s Wort both enjoy sunny spots and can tolerate drought. The herb’s flowers attract beneficial insects, enhancing garden diversity and pest control.
Russian Sage prefers the same light and soil conditions as St. John’s Wort, making them low-maintenance companions.
Its tall, airy blooms complement the dense foliage of St. John’s Wort.
Coneflowers attract pollinators, vital for a thriving garden ecosystem. They share St. John’s Wort’s resilience to drought, simplifying garden care.
Bee Balm’s vibrant flowers and pest-repellent properties make it a practical and visually appealing companion. It also shares St. John’s Wort’s resistance to deer, adding another layer of pest management.
Yarrow enhances soil health and is drought-tolerant, requiring similar care to St. John’s Wort.
Yarrow’s flat flower clusters offer a textural contrast, enriching the garden’s aesthetic.
Black-eyed Susan, Russian sage, wood’s aster, bleeding hearts, bergamot, coneflowers, columbine, and ornamental grasses all thrive in the same conditions as St. John’s Wort and would make for an easy-to-care-for garden bed.
Perennial ground covers like wild strawberry, moss phlox, and creeping sedums are perfect for suppressing weeds and acting like a living mulch underneath and near St. John’s Wort.
Annuals such as ageratum, calendula, sunflowers, cosmos, and zinnias all grow well in full sun with little maintenance. They also prefer to dry out in between waterings and can handle a wide range of soil types.
Low-growing moss rose and French marigolds are also very low maintenance and can be grown as an edging plant or ground cover with St. John’s Wort in hard-to-grow areas of the garden.
Small shrub varieties of St. John’s Wort in mixed containers pair well with other colorful plants including coral bells, sedum, and coleus.
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Companion planting can greatly benefit St. John's Wort by creating a healthier and more resilient garden ecosystem. By pairing St. John's Wort with other friendly plants, you can enhance its growth, reduce the need for chemical insecticides, and simplify garden care.
Experiment with different combinations of plants to find what works best in your garden. Some suggested companion plants include:
Don't be afraid to try new pairings and see how they interact with St. John's Wort – you may discover a unique combination that thrives in your garden!