Planting HELLEBORES

Question

I am planning to plant HELLEBORES in my shady garden. Do you think it is too late to plant them now? Will they survive winter if planted mid-January?
Thank you very much.

Answer 1

Yes, it's late (or early). Even though they are late winter/early spring bloomers, planting now doesn't give their roots time to get established before harsh weather. I would hold them over till spring.