perforate St John's wort

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

perforate St John's wort · Hypericum perforatum
Also known as: cammock; common St John's wort; devil chaser; devil's flight; devil's scourge; God's wonder plant; herb John; human blood; Klamath weed; penny John; rosin rose; St Columba's flower

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil. Ideal for wildflower garden or in mixed border

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 perforate 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. Ideal for wildflower garden or in mixed border

How to Water perforate St John's wort?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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

Full sun · Partial shade

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

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

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize perforate St John's wort?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune perforate St John's wort?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate perforate St John's wort?

Propagate by seed, division or take softwood cuttings

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How to Transplant perforate St John's wort?

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

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How to Plant perforate St John's wort?

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil. Ideal for wildflower garden or in mixed border

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How to Repot perforate St John's wort?

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How to Harvest perforate 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 perforate 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 perforate St John's wort

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginEurope, Northern Africa, Southwestern Asia

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum perforatum
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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