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hypericum perforatum ![]() This perennial is very easy to grow! St. John's Wort is well suited to hardiness zones 4 - 8. Old remedy for insomnia, depression and bedwetting, now touted as a natural alternative to antidepressant drugs. Recent clinical evidence suggests that the flowering tops are effective in controlling mood and mild depression. Liniment made with tops in vegetable oil is soothing and healing when rubbed painful joints and muscles. Much of St.John's Wort are susceptible to the Anthracnose disease which spreads quickly causing reddening of the foliage and dieback. SOURCE(S) Victorias-Secret-Garden Product |
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