stinking St John's wort

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

stinking St John's wort · Hypericum hircinum
Also known as: stinking tutsan

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds

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 stinking 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
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, with shelter from cold, drying winds

How to Water stinking St John's wort?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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

Full sun · Partial shade

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

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

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize stinking St John's wort?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune stinking 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 stinking St John's wort?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

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How to Transplant stinking St John's wort?

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

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How to Plant stinking St John's wort?

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds

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How to Repot stinking St John's wort?

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How to Harvest stinking 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 stinking 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 stinking St John's wort

Plant typeShrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginEurope Asia Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum hircinum
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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