Cut back to only a few inches above ground. New growth started at the bottom, making standing straight up easier even with berries.

Planting a rooted cutting -    • St John's Wort, Planting A Rooted Cut...  
Spring cut back last year -    • St John's Wort, Spring Cut Back - Mar...  
Spring cut back this year -    • Cut Back For St John's Wort - February 2  

Home garden in Canada west coast zone 7