marsh helleborine
Epipactis palustris
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Tissue Culture,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Brownish-purple/creamy-green Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Marsh helleborine should be watered moderately and infrequently. During the growing season, from late Spring to early Fall, it should be watered approximately every 10-14 days. Water should be applied evenly, soaked into the soil and then allowed to drain away. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged. In periods of prolonged dry weather, more frequent watering may be necessary. During the Winter months, the plant can go without water for longer periods of time, as long as the soil is not completely dry.
sunlight
Marsh helleborine (Epipactis palustris) prefers dappled light or light shade, but tolerates short periods of direct sunlight. In general, it should receive 6 to 8 hours of indirect light per day, including morning and late afternoon sunlight when possible. It's best to avoid too much direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day. This will help ensure healthy growth and minimize the risk of leaf wilt.
pruning
Marsh helleborine (Epipactis palustris) should be pruned once a year in late winter or early spring. Pruning should involve cutting down the flower spikes and removing dead, diseased, or damaged foliage. This pruning should be done before new growth begins to remove any potential sources of disease or insect infestation. Doing this will promote healthy growth for the plant and allow for better air flow. Additionally, this will help to keep the plants compact and low-growing.
