Plant Care European White Hellebore

European White Hellebore

About European White Hellebore

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

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

⚠️ European White Hellebore is extremely dangerous if consumed. 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 immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Veratrum album
Veratrum
Melanthiaceae
Liliales

Also known as

European white-hellebore, False helleborine, White hellebore and White veratrum

How to care for European White Hellebore

💦 Water

How often to water your European White Hellebore

Water needs for European White Hellebore
0.5 cups
every 9

European White 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.

Calculate water needs of European White Hellebore

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for European White Hellebore in your home

Light needs and placement for plant European White Hellebore: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

European White 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 European White Hellebore in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize European White Hellebore

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for European White 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 European White Hellebore after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

European White 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

European White 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 🏡.

European White Hellebore Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

European White Hellebore is extremely dangerous if consumed. 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 immediately. European White Hellebore is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is European White Hellebore Edible? →

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🪴 Soil

European White 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 European White Hellebore →

Best Pots for European White Hellebore →

When and How to Successfully Repot European White Hellebore →

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💩 Fertilizer

European White Hellebore should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize European White Hellebore →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

European White Hellebore grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

European White Hellebore Lifecycle →

European White Hellebore Size Guide →

How and When to Prune European White Hellebore →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in European White Hellebore, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 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.


Care Summary for European White Hellebore

European White Hellebore

European White Hellebore


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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