Hypericum tomentosum aka Woolly St John's Wort

Q: What are the water needs for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Woolly St John's Wort is always in the right place to thrive.

Taxonomy ID: 16879

Genus Hypericum Family Hypericaceae Order Malpighiales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Woolly St John's Wort

More information about Woolly St John's Wort

What are the water needs for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Woolly St John's Wort

Woolly St John's Wort requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Woolly St John's Wort is always in the right place to thrive.

How to fertilize Woolly St John's Wort

The Woolly St John's Wort is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

Is Woolly St John's Wort toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

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