Hypericum Snow Pearl

St John's Wort

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Compact semi-evergreen shrub featuring glossy green foliage and bright yellow summer blooms followed by decorative red berries. Hardy, drought-tolerant ornamental plant suitable for borders.
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Plant Details

Common Name St John's Wort
Family Hypericaceae
Genus Hypericum
Species Calycinum
Variety Snow Pearl
Origin Mediterranean / Southern Europe
Blooming Yellow flowers in Summer, berries in Autumn
Leaf Color Dark green with white margins
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil, tolerant of various pH levels including alkaline

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once mature. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best flowering and berry production; tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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