How to Grow St John's Wort
Obtain seeds or seedlings., Plant in soil that is well-drained, light but moist., Sow with a light cover of soil over seeds., Thin out seedlings when 5cm (2") tall. , Water regularly but do not water-log it., Fertilize if the soil is very poor...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Obtain seeds or seedlings.
Seeds can be sown in autumn/fall or spring.
Seedlings can be planted in the spring.
It is a hardy plant but should be protected from frost when getting started.
It can also be propagated from small root cuttings and divisions. -
Step 2: Plant in soil that is well-drained
St.
John's Wort prefers sunny or partly-shaded positions in the garden.
St.
John's wort likes a slightly acidic soil of pH
5.5 to
7., Gently water in. ,, It requires more water during long dry spells. , Otherwise, there is no need to worry.
St.
John's wort is happy to take care of itself once well established in the garden. , -
Step 3: light but moist.
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Step 4: Sow with a light cover of soil over seeds.
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Step 5: Thin out seedlings when 5cm (2") tall.
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Step 6: Water regularly but do not water-log it.
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Step 7: Fertilize if the soil is very poor.
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Step 8: Prune at the beginning of spring.
Detailed Guide
Seeds can be sown in autumn/fall or spring.
Seedlings can be planted in the spring.
It is a hardy plant but should be protected from frost when getting started.
It can also be propagated from small root cuttings and divisions.
St.
John's Wort prefers sunny or partly-shaded positions in the garden.
St.
John's wort likes a slightly acidic soil of pH
5.5 to
7., Gently water in. ,, It requires more water during long dry spells. , Otherwise, there is no need to worry.
St.
John's wort is happy to take care of itself once well established in the garden. ,
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