| Common Name | St. John's Wort, Hypericum |
| Family | Hypericaceae |
| Genus | Hypericum |
| Species | Hypericum × Hybridum |
| Variety | Star Hyperic |
| Origin | Europe / Cultivar |
| Blooming | Late spring to summer, berries persist into winter |
| Leaf Color | Deep green foliage with red berries |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite
Keep soil evenly moist during growth, reduce in dormancy to prevent root rot
Requires full sun for best flowering; indoors needs bright indirect light
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood
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