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Helleborus foetidus Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any good garden soil[1], preferring a moist well-drained rich loam in a sheltered position in partial shade[1, 4, 31, 111]. Plants are suitable for naturalizing in a woodland garden[200] and also succeed in the shade of a north-facing wall[233]. They do not object to lime[1]. Grow well in heavy clay soils[200]. Dislikes drought. The stems live for one or two years, dying after flowering[200]. Slugs are very fond of this plant and it will probably require some protection from them[187]. The various species in this genus hybridize freely[95]. There are some named forms, selected for their ornamental value[200]. The whole plant, especially when bruised, gives off an unpleasant smell that is similar to decaying meat[245]. Plants resent root disturbance and should be placed in their permanent positions whilst still small[200]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54]. For further Helleborus foetidus gardening information |
