Zone 8 · Hellebore
Planting Hellebore in Zone 8
Helleborus orientalis
✅ Hellebore thrives in zone 8 (hardy 4–9)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Hellebore outside
Last frost has passed. Plant transplants in fall in rich, moist shade. Evergreen foliage; first bloomer of the year.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
February – April
Peak bloom
March
Sun required
part sun, shade
Mature height
18"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Hellebore in zone 8
Plant transplants in fall in rich, moist shade. Evergreen foliage; first bloomer of the year.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Hellebore peaks in March. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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