St. Johns Wort Seed ,short, woody shrub,Perennial herb

• Perennial; Grows up to 24 Inches
• Popular uses include: Medicinal / Ornamental
• Prefers full sun exposure

Grow St. John's Wort from its seeds to cultivate the perennial short, woody shrub with fragrant yellow summer flowers. Named after John the Baptist, it has been used historically to repel evil and witches. St John's Wort Seed is a short, woody shrub and perennial herb. Its oil has been historically used for topical treatments of wounds, sunburns, and pain relief. Additionally, the herb has been known to provide some relief for mild depression and insomnia. The ground cover variety is commonly used to adorn walkways and driveways.

How To Grow Hypericum From Seed: St. John's Wort seeds are easy to grow. Plant the herb seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost, or outside after danger of frost has passed. Press the Hypericum seeds into the soil, but do not cover it as the seed will germinate better with light. Transplant the Hypericum seedlings when they are 2 - 3 inches tall. The plants will tolerate most any soil conditions but prefer moist and light soils. Fertilizer is only necessary in the poorest of soils, and water in prolonged drought times.
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4 - 8
Height: 24 inches
Bloom Season: Summer
Bloom Color: Yellow
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2
Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting Directions
Temperature: 60F
Average Germ Time: 10 - 20 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 18 - 24 inches

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