Egyptian St John's wort

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

Egyptian St John's wort · Hypericum aegypticum

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade

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

Planting and Growing Egyptian St John's wort

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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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 sun or partial shade

How to Water Egyptian St John's wort?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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

Full sun · Partial shade

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

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

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Egyptian St John's wort?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Egyptian 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 Egyptian St John's wort?

Propagate by seed in autumn or by softwood cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant Egyptian St John's wort?

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

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How to Plant Egyptian St John's wort?

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade

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How to Repot Egyptian St John's wort?

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How to Harvest Egyptian 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 Egyptian 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 Egyptian St John's wort

Plant typeAlpine Rockery · Shrubs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginMediterranean

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum aegypticum
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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