Round fruited St. John's wort typically starts flowering in June.
round fruited St. John's wort
Hypericum sphaerocarpum
Round fruited St. John's wort (Hypericum sphaerocarpum) is an herbaceous perennial native to North America. It grows up to 1.5m in height and bears small, yellow-petalled flowers in summer. The leaves are ovate and slightly toothed. The fruit is an unusual characteristic of this species - it is an unusually high-fiber, round capsule that ripens from green in the summer to a reddish-black hue in the fall. The St. John's Wort's flowers attract all sorts of pollinators including honey bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. It can be grown easily in most sunny habitats and provides beautiful and dependable floral displays in flower beds and borders. Whether planted as an accent or grown natural in a meadow setting, this hardy perennial is sure to brighten up any garden.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Easy
watering
Round Fruited St. Johns Wort requires moderate water; about 1-2 inches per week. It is important to ensure that the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. It's best to water the Round Fruited St. Johns Wort early in the morning to allow the water to soak in throughout the day. Water only when the soil is dry, as overwatering the plant can be detrimental. It is best to check the soil regularly to monitor the moisture levels. Additionally, it is helpful to fertilize your Round Fruited St. Johns Wort on a regular basis, every 1-2 weeks.
sunlight
Round fruited St. John's wort (Hypericum sphaerocarpum) should be grown in full sun for at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. While it thrives in direct sunlight, it should be noted that it can adapt to partial shade or filtered sunlight. When in direct sunlight, it should be placed in a well-ventilated area to minimize burning or bleaching of the leaves. Hotter climates may require more moderate sunlight exposure. Water needs for this plant can vary from moderate to low, and it should be watered when the top few inches of the soil begin to feel dry.
pruning
Round fruited St. John's wort (Hypericum sphaerocarpum) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, around February or March. Pruning should be done judiciously, removing only a few of the longest branches. This will help the plant retain its shape and encourage more compact and bushy growth. Additionally, some dead branches can be cut back to the main stem if desired.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Hypericum sphaerocarpum is in July and August.
