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Bearsfoot Hellebore

About Bearsfoot Hellebore

Bearsfoot Hellebore is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Bearsfoot Hellebore likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Bearsfoot Hellebore belongs to the Helleborus genus, and is native to mountainous regions of Europe, Greece, and Asia Minor.

⚠️ Bearsfoot Hellebore is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Helleborus foetidus

Genus

Helleborus

Family

Ranunculaceae

Order

Ranunculales

Also known as

Dungwort, Setterwort and Stinking Hellebore

How to care for Bearsfoot Hellebore

💦 Water

How often to water your Bearsfoot Hellebore

Bearsfoot Hellebore needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Bearsfoot Hellebore in your home

Bearsfoot Hellebore may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bearsfoot Hellebore in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bearsfoot Hellebore

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bearsfoot Hellebore: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bearsfoot Hellebore after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Bearsfoot Hellebore is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Bearsfoot Hellebore →

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💦 Water Needs

Bearsfoot Hellebore prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Bearsfoot Hellebore Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Bearsfoot Hellebore may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Bearsfoot Hellebore Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Bearsfoot Hellebore is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Bearsfoot Hellebore Toxicity to Cats →

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Bearsfoot Hellebore Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Bearsfoot Hellebore does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Bearsfoot Hellebore →

When and How to Successfully Repot Bearsfoot Hellebore →

💩 Fertilizer

Bearsfoot Hellebore grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Bearsfoot Hellebore →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Bearsfoot Hellebore is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune Bearsfoot Hellebore →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Bearsfoot Hellebore can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Bearsfoot Hellebore can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Bearsfoot Hellebore →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.