| Common Name | Red Jewel St John's Wort |
| Family | Hypericaceae |
| Genus | Hypericum |
| Species | Hypericum Perforatum 'Red Jewel' |
| Variety | Red Jewel |
| Origin | Cultivar (Hybrid) |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn, red berries persist into winter |
| Leaf Color | Dark green / Glossy green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-draining fertile loam or standard potting mix with perlite
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth, reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy
Requires full sun for best flowering and berry production, tolerates partial shade in hotter climates
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to August
Prune after flowering season to maintain shape and remove dead wood
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