bog hypericum

How to Grow and Care for bog hypericum

bog hypericum · Hypericum elodes
Also known as: marsh hypericum; marsh St John's wort

Grow at the shallow margins of a muddy-bottomed pool, in dappled shade. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice

Watering: Constant shallow water layer atop substrate, semi-aquatic bog habitat careSunlight: Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing bog hypericum

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleConstant shallow water layer atop substrate, semi-aquatic bog habitat care
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
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Soil typeChalk
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly drained
FertilizingWeak aquatic plant feed every six weeks spring and summer growing time
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow at the shallow margins of a muddy-bottomed pool, in dappled shade. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice

How to Water bog hypericum?

Constant shallow water layer atop substrate, semi-aquatic bog habitat care

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bog hypericum?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bog hypericum?

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What Soil Is Best for bog hypericum?

Soil type
Chalk
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for bog hypericum?

Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize bog hypericum?

Weak aquatic plant feed every six weeks spring and summer growing time

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How to Prune bog hypericum?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate bog hypericum?

Propagate by division in spring

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How to Transplant bog hypericum?

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How to Care for bog hypericum in Winter?

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How to Plant bog hypericum?

Grow at the shallow margins of a muddy-bottomed pool, in dappled shade. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice

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How to Repot bog hypericum?

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How to Harvest bog hypericum?

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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 bog hypericum

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

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Attributes of bog hypericum

Plant typeAquatic · Bogs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitMatforming
OriginWestern Europe

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum elodes
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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