Growing Hellebores In Pots For The First Time: Complete Care Guide | Balconia Garden

[@ericjorgensen8028]

I've divided Hellebores a few times and for me it worked fairly well....although they are not fast growers as long as each division has some roots and growing points the divisions have done fine. It will take a while for each division to get growing, but for me only the pieces without good roots had trouble. Any with more than 3-4 roots have grown on. Just know they are not fast growers so it will take time .... My findings only...your milage may vary (as they say)! USA zone 7a I saw that pot and thought that I would definitely divide it up! Love Hellebores 👍

[@balconiagarden]

Hi Eric, thanks for that great advice 😀 I think I should have divided them since this year the blooms are dramatically less. I will try to salvage what I still have. Thanks for sharing 🙏 😊

[@ericjorgensen8028]

@@balconiagardenI wouldn't worry too much, and I didn't mean to say you were making a mistake by not dividing, it's just lately I'm always looking to divide to increase the numbers I have...I'm a little obsessive that way. Also when I see a fabulous plant in a pot blooming like crazy I try to remember that it's probably heavily fertilized and was encouraged (maybe forced) to bloom as much as possible to make sure it is fabulous for the sale rack. That reaction to fertility stresses the plant a bit (creating flowers and new growth, but often not as much root growth) so it can take some time to get established. Anyway...grow on! I hope it works out beautifully for you. That is a lovely hellebore for sure 👍

[@SecondHandPoet1]

Oh! Your videos make me laugh. I love the combo of hardcore knowledge with your mad passion. Hellyb's for the win!

[@balconiagarden]

thank you, Neil! Hope you're doing well :)

[@SecondHandPoet1]

As ever, better for watching one of your fun videos.

[@harriettpavonrosado5175]

That's a beautiful plant. You SCORED big time. In North Carolina(zone7-b), I have seen them planted in full sun to partial shade. I bring mine to my back deck in the winter so I can enjoy them during the dreary winter season. Also, I never have problems with transplanting. Check with your local extension agency. Happy Gardening! Thanks for sharing.

[@balconiagarden]

Thanks Harriet. This year the blooms are less and I think they would benefit from being divided. Will do it after flowering. I also brought the pot close to the window to enjoy the blooms, the benefits and flexibility of container gardening! Thanks for sharing! 😀

[@jaredortega1079]

Hiiii

[@balconiagarden]

Hellooooo 🤗

[@SecondHandPoet1]

Dammit! I was just about to put a hellebores in my salad :(

[@balconiagarden]

wow i saved your life :)

[@SecondHandPoet1]

You sure did.