hellebore

Hellebores should be watered when the soil is dry, approximately 1-2 inches deep. Check the soil by sticking your finger into it. If it feels dry, it is time to water. How much you water depends on several factors including light, temperature, and humidity, but as a general rule, water Hellebores deeply when needed. Water with approximately 1 or 2 liters (about 2-3 quarts) of water, or until water is coming out of the drainage holes of the pot. Let the plant sit in the excess water for a few minutes before emptying any extra water from the saucer.

Hellebore (Helleborus hybridus 'Yellow Lady') is a shade loving plant species that thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. It needs about 4-6 hours of dappled or filtered light each day, particularly in the morning hours. If positioned in the shade, Hellebore will produce fewer flowers but healthier foliage. If planted in too much direct sunlight, the foliage will become scorched and the plant will not flower at all. Therefore, it is important to ensure that your Hellebore does not get more than the recommended amount of sunlight throughout the day.

Hellebore (Helleborus hybridus 'Yellow Lady') can be pruned once a year in the springtime, usually just as growth begins. Pruning should be done to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged stems and foliage. Additionally, any spent foliage can be trimmed away to reveal the attractive new growth underneath and promote air circulation. It is important to never prune more than 1-third of the plant at a time, as this can create a more wide-open look and excessive stress to the shrub.