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Hypericum perforatum

St. John's wort

Common names: True St. John's wort, Spotty St. John's wort

St. John's wort

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Description

St. John's wort blooms around St. John's Day at the end of June in bright yellow. When a leaf is held up to light, the translucent glandular dots that give the plant its name become visible. It is a hardy, robust perennial suited to dry, sunny sites.

Care instructions

Sow as a light-seedling in early April in a shallow bed or plant in a full‑sun, well‑drained spot. It tolerates drought and poor soil and requires little maintenance. Cut back spent stems in late autumn; the plant will vigorously regrow in spring.

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