California False Hellebore

California False 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.

California False Hellebore Water Frequency →

California False Hellebore Root Rot →

California False 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 🏡.

California False Hellebore Light Requirements →

California False Hellebore Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

California False 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. California False Hellebore is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

California False Hellebore Toxicity to Cats →

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California False 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 California False Hellebore →

When and How to Successfully Repot California False Hellebore →

California False 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 California False Hellebore →

California False Hellebore grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune California False Hellebore →

USDA Hardiness Zone
California False Hellebore can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

California False Hellebore Temperature Tolerance →

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 California False 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!

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.

• Common Bugs Affecting California False Hellebore →
• Drooping California False Hellebore Leaves →
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• California False Hellebore Root Rot →