St. John's wort care: what is important?

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• St. John's wort care: what is important?
• Is it necessary to fertilize St. John's wort?
• When does St. John's wort need an extra water intake?
• Which diseases and pests can emerge and become a problem?
• Is winter protection necessary?
• How and when does the cut take place?
• Tips

St. John's wort is very easy to care for

St. John's wort care: what is important?

Golden yellow shine the flowers and sparkle their viewers with their long stamens. Not only after flowering, but also before, it is advisable to cherish and care for St. John's wort. What should be included?

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Is it necessary to fertilize St. John's wort?

A St. John's wort can easily handle without a regular fertilizer supply. If you fertilize the plant too much, it will be at the expense of the active ingredients. Too much fertilizer reduces the active ingredient content of St. John's wort. It is sufficient to provide this plant with compost once a year in the spring.

When does St. John's wort need an extra water intake?

If this herb has grown well, most of the time it copes with the falling precipitation. It does not need to be additionally cast. But there is one exception: in case of prolonged drought, it should be watered so as not to dry out! You are also welcome to use tap water. This plant tolerates lime.

Which diseases and pests can emerge and become a problem?

While St. John's wort is not susceptible to pest feeding (it is rare for aphids to infest), it is sometimes afflicted with diseases:

The red wilt recognizes that St. John's wort is hanging its heads. The shoots also turn reddish to die later. Rust manifests itself in small patches that appear on the leaves.

Is winter protection necessary?

Most St. John's wort species are sufficiently hardy in this country. The fewest copies need a winter protection. In general, plants should preferably be protected in rough conditions, for example with brushwood or foliage.

How and when does the cut take place?

For various reasons, a cut makes sense. Here are some hints:

Tips

If necessary, you can divide St. John's wort in the fall among others to rejuvenate and multiply.