What type of soil should I use for my Hypericum Androsaemum?

Hypericum Androsaemum does best in well-draining soil . A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Should I fertilize my Hypericum Androsaemum?

Hypericum Androsaemum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer . Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

What is the growth pattern for Hypericum Androsaemum?

Hypericum Androsaemum will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Can Hypericum Androsaemum be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Hypericum Androsaemum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-7b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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Q: Is Hypericum Androsaemum easy to care for?

Hypericum Androsaemum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Q: How often should I water my Hypericum Androsaemum?

Hypericum Androsaemum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Q: How much sunlight does my Hypericum Androsaemum need?

Hypericum Androsaemum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Also known as

Tutsan, Tutsan, Shrubby st. john's wort and Sweet-amber

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Hypericum androsaemum

Genus

Hypericum

Family

Hypericaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Hypericum Androsaemum

Water

How often to water your Hypericum Androsaemum

Hypericum Androsaemum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

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Growing Hypericum Androsaemum in Colorado Springs right now

Plant growth potential is currently low 📉

January 26th, 2023

Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Colorado Springs is currently low 📉.

The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in …

Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours 📈

January 27th, 2023

This month, Colorado Springs is getting an average of 8.7 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.

Hours of daylight will increase by 9.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.4 total hour…

Light needs and placement for plant Hypericum Androsaemum: 1ft from a window

Hypericum Androsaemum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Colorado Springs, Colorado ⛅.

Hypericum Androsaemum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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