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Overwatering in St John's Wort
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St John's Wort is a hardy perennial herb with small, narrow leaves and bright yellow, five-petaled flowers that bloom profusely in summer
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St John's Wort care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to overwatering in St John's Wort. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Low water needs; water moderately when young; once established, very drought-tolerant. Minimal watering needed.
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Soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor, sandy, rocky, or clay soils; neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.0–7.5) preferred.
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Humidity
Low humidity preferred; does not require misting; tolerates dry air well.
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Symptoms to look for in St John's Wort
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing lower leaves
- fiber_manual_recordSoggy soil
- fiber_manual_recordAlgae or moss on soil surface
- fiber_manual_recordRoot rot
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Common causes in St John's Wort
- fiber_manual_recordToo frequent watering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordWrong pot size
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How to diagnose overwatering in St John's Wort
Push finger 2 inches into soil. If wet, overwatering is occurring.
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How to treat overwatering in St John's Wort
Allow to dry out completely. Check drainage holes. Remove rotted roots and repot.
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Preventing overwatering in St John's Wort
Always check soil before watering. Use pots with drainage holes. Choose well-draining compost.