White Hellebore (Veratrum Album) is a perennial herb in the Melanthiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Veratrum album is a tall, herbaceous perennial plant with white to yellowish-green flowers and large pleated leaves.

White Hellebore

White Hellebore

Veratrum Album

Veratrum album is a tall, herbaceous perennial plant with white to yellowish-green flowers and large pleated leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for White Hellebore

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Melanthiaceae
Genus:Veratrum