Chinese St John's wort

How to Grow and Care for Chinese St John's wort

Chinese St John's wort · Hypericum monogynum

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Chinese St John's wort

Chinese St John's wort
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position

How to Water Chinese St John's wort?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Chinese St John's wort?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Chinese St John's wort?

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What Soil Is Best for Chinese St John's wort?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Chinese St John's wort?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Chinese St John's wort?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Chinese St John's wort?

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

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How to Propagate Chinese St John's wort?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant Chinese St John's wort?

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How to Care for Chinese St John's wort in Winter?

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How to Plant Chinese St John's wort?

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position

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How to Repot Chinese St John's wort?

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How to Harvest Chinese St John's wort?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of Chinese St John's wort

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Chinese St John's wort

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum monogynum
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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