Cultivation methods and precautions of Hypericum

How to cultivate Hypericum

soil

Although Hypericum is a plant with very high economic, medicinal and ornamental value, it does not have high requirements for soil and can grow well in shallow soil or poor soil. However, this is for wild species. When growing Hypericum in potted plants at home, it is still necessary to mix some decomposed fertilizer into the potting soil to make the plant healthy and elegant.

Water and fertilizer management

Watering: Water 2-3 times as appropriate from the time the buds sprout to the flowering period. Water 2-3 more times during summer droughts. Pay attention to drainage and waterlogging prevention in the rainy season, and avoid waterlogging. Water once with antifreeze water in winter.

Fertilization: Apply sufficient well-rotted organic fertilizer before planting. After the leaves fall in autumn every year, dig trenches around the roots and apply well-rotted compost. There is generally no need for topdressing during the growing season to prevent the branches from growing too long and drooping, affecting the ornamental effect.

Lighting conditions

Hypericum is a subtropical species in temperate zones. It tolerates shade and humidity, but it can also grow well in sunlight.

Reproduction method

Hypericum can be propagated by sowing, cutting, and division.

Precautions for growing Hypericum

Plastic pruning

Pruning is carried out every summer or winter to cut off overgrown branches, weak branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, and shorten long branches according to shaping needs. Through pruning, the plants can maintain a good tree shape and vigorous tree vigor, grow strong, and have luxuriant flowers and leaves, thus improving their ornamental value.

Pest Control

The common pest of Hypericum is aphid, which can be killed by spraying 40% omethoate.