Product Review
St. John's Wort is a short-lived perennial, 5-6 years, that is a short, woody shrub that grows between 2-3 feet tall and has fragrant yellow flowers from mid to late summer. St. Johns wort's name apparently comes from John the Baptist, and historically has been used to ward off evil spirits and witches. The oil in the leaves have been used topically for wounds, sunburns, and general aches and pains. The plant has also been used to treat mild depression and insomnia with some success.
- Historical Use: Used since ancient times, St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) was believed to ward off evil and has been utilized in traditional medicine for its healing properties.
- Depression Relief: Modern use focuses on its effectiveness in mild to moderate depression, acting by increasing neurotransmitter levels in the brain.
- Cultivation: Easily grown in sunny, well-drained areas; harvested in summer for its flowers, which are turned into teas, oils, and capsules.
- Preparation: This herb can be prepared in several forms: tinctures, teas, & oils. For topical applications, St. John's Wort oil is known for its healing properties on burns, bruises, and skin irritations.
- Quality: All St. Johns Wort seeds packaged by Seed Needs are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. All seeds are stored in a temperature controlled facility that is free of significant amounts of moisture.
- Quantity: Seed Needs offers generous quantities. You can share with friends and family, or you can save the extra seeds until the following season, if properly stored.
- Packets: Each seed packet displays an artful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side. They measure 3.5" wide by 5" tall.
- Promise: Seed Needs will never knowingly supply GMO based seed products. The vast majority of our seeds are open pollinated & heirloom, with the exception of a few hybrids.
- Germination: Seed Needs packets contain some of the freshest seed available. Direct from the growers. If sown correctly, you will begin seeing results in only a matter of days.
- Freshness: All St. Johns Wort seeds are packaged in tear resistant and moisture resistant packaging. This keeps the seeds a whole lot fresher than the competitions selection!
