Hypericum (St John’s Wort)
Hypericum, better known as St John’s Wort, is a hardy and versatile garden plant that brightens up the garden with its bright yellow flowers. Thanks to its dense, bushy growth and long flowering period, Hypericum is ideal for borders, hedges or as a single shrub. In late summer and autumn, the striking berries on some varieties also provide extra colour and attract birds. Hypericum, better known as St John’s Wort, is a hardy and versatile...
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St John’s Wort for the garden
The Hypericum, better known as St John’s Wort, is a strong, versatile garden plant that brightens the garden up with its bright yellow flowers. Thanks to its dense, bushy growth and long flowering period, the Hypericum is ideal for borders, hedges or as a standalone shrub. In late summer and autumn the striking berries on some varieties add extra colour and draw in the birds.
St John’s Wort originally grows in Europe and Asia. That origin has left the plant well adapted to changeable weather, which is exactly why it is so easy to look after.
Is the Hypericum toxic?
St John’s Wort is generally safe in the garden, but the berries on some varieties can be mildly toxic if swallowed. It's wise not to let children or pets eat them.
Is the Hypericum hardy?
Yes, the Hypericum is hardy and stands up well to the Dutch climate. Many varieties also keep their leaves through the winter, so they give your garden structure all year round.
When does the Hypericum flower?
The Hypericum usually flowers from June to September with bright yellow blooms. Some varieties go on to develop berries that stay visible into the winter. That makes the plant attractive to people and birds alike.
Caring for the Hypericum
The Hypericum is a strong, low-maintenance plant:
- Watering: water it when you plant it and during long dry spells. After that the plant often looks after itself.
- Light: grows best in full sun or light partial shade.
- Soil: isn't fussy, as long as the soil drains well.
- Pruning and propagating the Hypericum: Regular pruning keeps the Hypericum full and healthy. Propagating is easy from cuttings in spring or summer. Cut off a healthy branch, put it in moist soil and let the cutting root.
What to do about diseases and pests?
The Hypericum is generally strong, but it can occasionally suffer from:
- Leaf spot: remove the affected leaves to stop it spreading further.
- Mealybug or aphids: easy to get rid of with water or a mild treatment.
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At Green Bubble you'll find strong, healthy Hypericum plants, straight from the grower. Whether you're after a low border plant, a shrub or a hedging plant, there's always a Hypericum to suit your garden.
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