Harvesting of Hypericum prolificum typically begins in July and continues through September.
shrubby St. John's wort
Hypericum prolificum
Shrubby St. John's Wort (Hypericum prolificum) is an evergreen, upright shrub with yellow-green leaves and clusters of golden-yellow flowers. It has a long blooming season throughout the summer and into autumn it can tolerate full sun or partial shade, but prefers moist soils with some afternoon shade. This flowering shrub can grow to 4ft tall and wide, making it a great choice for high impact in the garden. It can be used in hedges or borders, as a focal point, or as a groundcover. Its flowers not only attract beautiful butterflies and pollinators, but also the mood-lifting scent of its essential oils.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun Partial sun
Soil:
Sandy Clay Rocky
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
When caring for shrubby St. John’s wort, water it deeply once per week throughout the growing season, typically between late spring and early fall. Avoid watering during the winter months. The individual plant’s specific watering needs may vary depending on the soil type, weather conditions, and amount of sunlight, so adjust accordingly. Overwatering may lead to root rot or other diseases, and can also make the plant less hardy in winter.
sunlight
Shrubby St. John's wort (Hypericum prolificum) prefers full sun to part sun, which means that it needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Although it may tolerate some shade, it won't flower as well unless it gets the optimal amount of sun. In general, this plant should be exposed to direct sun from mid-morning to late afternoon for the best bloom.
pruning
When pruning shrubby St. John's wort (Hypericum prolificum), it should be done in late winter or early spring. When cutting it back, never remove more than 1-third of the original growth. This will help the plant retain its shape and natural growth pattern, and will also help to prevent damage. Deadheading (removing spent flower heads) and tidying up foliage can also be done at this time. Pruning should be done with sharp tools to ensure a clean cut, and ensure the health of the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Shrubby St. John's wort typically starts flowering in June.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Hypericum prolificum typically begins in July and continues through September.
