large-flowered St John's wort

How to Grow and Care for large-flowered St John's wort

large-flowered St John's wort · Hypericum kouytchense

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

Watering: Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once establishedSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing large-flowered St John's wort

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
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
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring
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 large-flowered St John's wort?

Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for large-flowered St John's wort?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for large-flowered St John's wort?

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What Soil Is Best for large-flowered 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 large-flowered St John's wort?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize large-flowered St John's wort?

Light balanced feed in spring

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How to Prune large-flowered 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 large-flowered St John's wort?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

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How to Transplant large-flowered St John's wort?

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How to Care for large-flowered St John's wort in Winter?

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How to Plant large-flowered St John's wort?

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

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How to Repot large-flowered St John's wort?

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How to Harvest large-flowered 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 large-flowered 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 large-flowered St John's wort

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitBushy
OriginS. China

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum kouytchense
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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