Planting and Growing St John's wort 'Elstead'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained · Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Light balanced feed in spring |
| Toxicity | Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Full sun · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for St John's wort 'Elstead'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for St John's wort 'Elstead'?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Light balanced feed in spring
Learn more →How to Prune St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.
Learn more →How to Propagate St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Learn more →How to Transplant St John's wort 'Elstead'?
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Learn more →How to Care for St John's wort 'Elstead' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant St John's wort 'Elstead'?
Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
Learn more →How to Repot St John's wort 'Elstead'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest St John's wort 'Elstead'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust
Pests
Generally pest-free
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of St John's wort 'Elstead'
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling