Hellebore 3 Yrs Old Won’t Bloom This Year.

Question

My hellebore was purchased in full bloom a year ago. I planted it and it did well. This spring all leaves looks healthy. Not root bound and has a well drained soil and has sun but I am at a loss. I don’t want to disturb it but wondered if it was forced in the nursery last year perhaps I just need to be more patient. All my other hellebore are in bloom in the same garden.

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Answer 1

If you just planted it last year it may not be established yet. They can take two to three years and that one is not very big. Also, if it was forced to bloom, it may take it a while to get back in sync.

But it is still early. It could still surprise you with a bloom.

Here is more on hellebore care:

https://depts.washington.edu/hortlib/pal/hellebores-wont-flower/

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hellebore/hellebore-wont-bloom.htm