--- title: "Ruth Consoli Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ruth-consoli-design-pfvwus-pf~184856742 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~184856742.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Ruth Consoli Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/02932a8401379462_9548-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania 17112-9620, United States" phone: "(717) 329-3719" website: https://www.ruthconsolidesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 23 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 118 last_updated: 2026-08-15 --- # Ruth Consoli Design Original Houzz profile: [Ruth Consoli Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ruth-consoli-design-pfvwus-pf~184856742) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** HARRISBURG, PA - **Serves:** Dauphin & surrounding counties - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (23 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Eco-friendly - Online consultation Well-designed outdoor spaces have the ability to heal, inspire and connect all living things. How we design, build and care for our patch of earth (no matter how big or small) has a direct correlation to the quality of life we can expect for ourselves, our surroundings and future generations. It is with this passion for nature, that I collaborate with my clients to create authentic outdoor solutions that are functional, meaningful and enduring. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Pool Landscaping - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Project Management - Organic Gardens - Drafting - Conservation Landscaping - Custom Seasonal Containers - Ecological Landscape Design - Edible Garden Design - Exterior staging for resale - Hourly consultations - Native Plant Design - Plants & Outdoor Accessories Sourcing - Rain Gardens - Residential Stormwater Design Solutions ### Areas Served - Dauphin & surrounding counties ### Typical Job Cost Fees are hourly or project based depending on the complexity of each project. This is determined during the first initial consultation with each client. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Ruth Consoli Design | | Address | HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania 17112-9620, United States | | Phone | (717) 329-3719 | | Website | https://www.ruthconsolidesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 118 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/ruthconsolidesign - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/ruth-consoli/54/680/5b5 - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/ruthconsolidesign ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Ruth Consoli Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ruth-consoli-design-pfvwus-pf~184856742) - **Website:** https://www.ruthconsolidesign.com - **Phone:** (717) 329-3719 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional, Level 1 Certification - Gold Medal Landscape Award - Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg on behalf of McNaughton Homes and Blouch's Landscaping, Inc. - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2026), for Service. **Affiliations** - [Association of Professional Landscape Designers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/association-of-professional-landscape-designers-pfvwus-pf~92795973) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 23 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Michelle, Nov. 2025** > Ruth completely redesigned our ho hum landscaping into a beautiful and natural work of art. She took the time to meet with us, listen to us and discuss our ideas prior to drawing up a plan & gradually transformed our yard into a unique and beautiful oasis. Our landscaping looks different than every other house in our neighborhood and the curb appeal is spectacular. Ruth is a master at her craft and is pure joy to work with. We highly recommend her! **★★★★★ — Lizzy M., Dec. 2022** > Ruth has been a pleasure to work with and very detail oriented. She designed my backyard landscaping and outdoor living area with fireplace, patio and seat walls. The project spanned summer 2021 to winter 2022. She was very receptive to any changes to the plan before finalizing to ensure I was completely satisfied. I really appreciated the help she provided in terms of bid preparation and outreach to local hardscaping companies. I highly recommend Ruth Consoli Design without hesitation. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thanks so much Lizzy! I so enjoyed working with you to help you achieve your vision for your backyard oasis! Can't wait to see all the plants growing and thriving this spring! Wishing you, Ollie and your family and friends many opportunities for memory making, peace and joy in your new space! A team effort as always with Seth and Rich and the crew at SML Outdoor Living Experts (Seth Maurer Landscaping). **★★★★★ — amcmonagle, July 2022** > Extremely pleased with Ruth Consoli Design!!! > Her knowledge and talent provided our landscape with a much needed stunning upgrade! She listened to our requests and provided recommendations specific to what appeals us outdoors as well as incorporating many native plants. Also, very patient and kind to work with especially under a time constraint! Thank you Ruth❤️❤️❤️ **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thank you so much Amyee! It was a pleasure working with you again! I am so happy that you are pleased and enjoyed your celebration! Wishing you much enjoyment in the coming months and years with hopefully more birds and pollinators to enjoy too! A great collaborative effort with you and Travis Krall, owner, Living Landesign, Inc. and his crew bringing it to life. **★★★★★ — Kavita, Dec. 2021** > We cannot praise Ruth enough for the help she provided with our Backyard outdoor living project that we completed in the summer of 2021. She was with us from designing the project to completion. Ruth talked with us in detail to see what was important for us and designed the perfect backyard living area for us. She prepared bids to send to contractors and was present at multiple meetings to answer any questions. She helped us pick materials and guided us throughout the process. When some materials were not available, she spent time researching for alternatives. She stopped by during the construction process to make sure everything was going well. We now have a beautiful backyard outdoor living space that we are enjoying very much. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thanks so much Kavita and family for your kind review. I am so happy that you are pleased with the results and enjoying time with family and friends in your private backyard retreat! You all have been a pleasure to work with and I hope you enjoy your new space for years to come including your lovely choices of fragrant and colorful perennials and shrubs along with the bees, birds and butterflies! A synergistic team effort with Seth Mauer Landscaping (built elements) and Fiore Landscaping (planting)! **★★★★★ — Laurie Fitzgerald, May 2021** > I was very happy to work with Ruth on our extensive landscaping project in summer/fall of 2020. Our project required a landscaped border across the back of our property, about 250 feet. A public trail was put in by the township and we were looking for some privacy, but not a complete privacy screen since we enjoy people. We also wanted to maintain a pastural view of the area. Ruth listened carefully to our desires and thoughts, color preferences and our desire for compatibility with the surrounding area. She also included my husband's personal preferences. The first design she made gave us many new ideas for plants we had not considered. Then we worked together on modifications until I was very pleased with the uniqueness of design and variety of plants. Once the project was complete, Ruth came to see if everything was satisfactory and to give guidance on plant care and pruning. She was extremely helpful and I felt that her price was very reasonable for the amount of space we needed to cover. Our neighbors have been resplendent with praise of our beautiful property. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thank you so much Laurie! I am so happy that you and John are pleased and look forward to seeing everything prosper and mature to create your beautiful and neighborly privacy planting! **★★★★★ — Terri Diez, June 2020** > Happiness is a Ruth Consoli landscape design! > From planning, to planting, Ruth made sure that every detail was professionally done. > We had a tough job for her; new build, clay soil, high winds. We're so grateful that she didn't run and hide from the job at hand. We could not be more pleased with the finished job! > We were HIGHLY recommend her! **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Terri and Charlie, I am thrilled that you are so pleased with you new garden! Thank you so much for your review, it makes my heart sing! ! It is a pleasure working with you! Wishing you many joy filled moments with family and friends in your beautiful home and garden! **★★★★★ — Allen Nagle, June 2020** > I chaired a committee to look at the possibility of renewing a 25+ year old landscape in a townhouse community. Being part of a HOA presented some challenges in respect to the community buying in along with the aging and overgrown landscape. Ruth Consoli Design was selected after meeting with three designers. Her manner in which she goes about her business is exceptional. Her design met the criteria we presented, she took the time to explain it to our residents at our yearly association meeting, and executed it with oversight of the landscape company we hired. She also is extremely responsive to questions that arose during the planning, explaining and installation. There are 27 buildings in our community and after the job she did on the first building, which was used as a pilot, we would have no problem using her design and oversight in the future. First class and very professional. We came in under budget and on time which is interesting considering the COVID implications. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thank you so much Allen for your kind and thoughtful review! It has been a pleasure to work with you and your committee on behalf of your community to begin your landscape renovations. An awesome team effort from planning to Living Landesign's installation and establishment to PALS's future maintenance! I look forward to seeing the plants mature and hopefully an increase in pollinator and bird activity for the residents to enjoy as well! **★★★★★ — Ned Wehler, Dec. 2019** > We own a 3-acre hilltop setting that after 20 years of limited care, we found overgrown with invasive weeds and tired from overgrown shrubbery that had been severely damaged by deer. After many tries to make improve using our lawn contractor, we finally reached out to Ruth Consoli Design for professional assistance. Ruth has been a god-send, providing amazing professionalism, experience and knowledge of how to combat both the invasive weeds and the deer problems. Working closely with her over a period of about 4 weeks, we successfully developed a phased plan for improvement. Through the summer, we successfully eradicated the dominant weed problem (mile-a-minute, poison ivy, honeysuckle, etc.) and then finished two phases of native and varied, deer-resistant plants in our foundational areas, and along our curbed driveway (\>1,000 foot long). Ruth conceived of the plan, worked with us on approvals and budgets, selected the landscape contractor and then worked in a hands-on fashion to direct and supervise all site work, soil additions, nutrients, planting, mulching, layout and the like. The result has been nothing short of amazing! We would highly recommend Ruth to anyone seeking an affordable approach to having professional, top quality landscape design services, especially in a situation where terrain, weeds, deer, and overgrowth problems exist. Her approach is always one of full transparency, careful attention to cost and top quality service! **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Ned and Mary, Thank you so much for your kind words and detailed and thoughtful review! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience in working with me! I have enjoyed working with both of you so very much and look forward to our continued efforts to achieve your goals for your beautiful home and gardens! **★★★★★ — Jeff Wehler, Dec. 2019** > We hired Ruth to prepare a comprehensive landscape design for our new home. Ruth has been fantastic to work with and we are thrilled with the outcome! Ruth very carefully considered our desires and style in preparing the design and making plant selections. Additionally, Ruth conducted extensive research and provided extremely thorough planting and care instructions, which has been extremely helpful in implementing our plan. We are excited to continue working with Ruth to execute on the comprehensive plan. We would highly recommend Ruth to others. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thanks so much Jeff and Anne for your kind words and thoughtful review! It has been a pleasure to work with you as you create your gardens for your beautiful home! I look forward to working with you through completion of your master property plan and hope that you have many years of enjoyment in your garden! **★★★★★ — Living Landesign Inc, Dec. 2019** > Had the pleasure of working with Ruth on a multi phase landscape project in Hershey, Pa. Ruth is very organized and thorough having everything in order making the construction process flow smoothly. Her attention to detail and eye for design is evident in the process. I especially appreciated her detailed project outline and availability via email or by phone. I would not hesitate to work with Ruth on any other landscape project. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thanks so much Travis for your thoughtful review! It has been a pleasure working with you and your team! I look forward to our continued teamwork on behalf of our Hershey client as well as working together on future projects! **★★★★★ — Allison Ong Shreffler, Architect / AOS Architect, Nov. 2019** > Ruth is a thoughtful and caring landscape professional and it is evident in her work. She has a sensitive eye for the natural environment and skillfully uses her extensive plant knowledge to creatively execute her designs. Ruth has provided landscape consultation for me throughout the years and continues to develop her knowledge for innovative landscape and container designs. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thank you Allison for your thoughtful and kind review! It is a pleasure to work with you! **★★★★★ — William Pfundheller, Nov. 2019** > Ruth's professional designs and extensive plant knowledge have been a great asset for my needs to have a design developed. She doesn't just quit at the design process she follows up to review the plantings after they have been established. **Comment from Ruth Consoli Design:** > Thanks so much Bill for your kind words! I have enjoyed working with you and your team! I appreciate your business! ## Selected projects - [Hillside House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillside-house-pj-vj~6218236) - Location: Hershey, PA - Photos: 14 - Description: Started in the spring of 2019, working with Living Land Design, Inc. (installation and maintenance), we have installed three phases of plantings (spring and fall of 2019, spring of 2020) at my clients' beautiful home. Our goal is to increase biodiversity through the use of native plants, reduce deer browsing, invasive weed pressure, erosion and restore my clients' woodland areas throughout the property. This is a long term project and we are delighted to play a stewardship role to restore balanc… - [Wild Oasis In The City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wild-oasis-in-the-city-pj-vj~7373243) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Working with my passionate client over the last 8 years who has transformed her garden into a wildlife oasis on a quarter acre lot! Over the last 4 or so, she has single handedly and organically removed all turf grass and planted over 120 native plant species. With the help of Living Landesign, Inc., installing multiple natural stone paths for access and strolling, she shares her garden with the local flora and fauna every day of the year - [Poolside Natives](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/poolside-natives-pj-vj~6137416) - Location: Hummelstown, PA - Photos: 9 - Description: Poolside Natives; a great collaboration with my client. Her goal is to plant native species to attract birds, pollinators and other beneficial insects to increase the biodiversity in her patch of earth. I have worked with my client over the last several years upon completion of a home renovation including a pool (designed and installed by Aquavision), patio (Techo-bloc), stone walls, fire pit and walkway, installed by Blouch's Landscaping, Inc. We are working in phases to address various areas t… - [Renderings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/renderings-pj-vj~5678456) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: Hand drawn renderings to capture design details - [Spring in the Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spring-in-the-garden-pj-vj~1585051) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 21 - Description: Spring in my garden through the years. - [Custom/Seasonal Planters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-seasonal-planters-pj-vj~303053) - Location: Mechanicsburg, PA - Photos: 18 - Description: Custom outdoor planters using various seasonal flowering annuals, perennials, cut greens, branches, fruit, pods, etc. - [Rustic Modern Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-modern-ranch-pj-vj~590095) - Location: Paxtonia, PA - Photos: 9 - Description: Rustic modern ranch home with a Santa Fe vibe. Low maintenance design includes 'Walker's Low' Catmint, 'Sapphire' Blue Oat Grass, 'Kaleidescope' Abelia, Weeping Norway Spruce, Dewey Blue, Northwind and Shenandoah Switchgrass, Rising Sun Redbud, Ninebark and Red Twig Dogwood. Backyard pavilion and patio includes areas for cooking, eating, lounging, custom steel privacy panels and louvered fencing. This project has been completed over a five plus year period using a phased design approach, allowin… - [Colorful Backyard Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorful-backyard-retreat-pj-vj~591878) - Location: Elizabethtown, PA - Photos: 8 - Description: Backyard patio includes fire pit, sitting wall, seat bench, cobblestone inlay border and local natural stone end caps installed by Earthtones Hardscape LLC. Plants; Blue Spruce, Double Pink Knock Out Roses, Little Lamb Hydrangeas, Sedum Angelina, Walker's Low Catmint, Zagreb Coreopsis and a variety of grasses; designed by Ruth Consoli Design and installed by Earthtones Hardscape LLC - [2014 Pennsylvania Garden Expo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2014-pennsylvania-garden-expo-pj-vj~493010) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 6 - Description: 2014 Pennsylvania Garden Expo, February 21-23. Our 2,000 square foot display with Earth Tones Hardscape. Features included two 14 x 18 patios, outdoor fireplace, 10 x 14 pergola, two basalt foutains and wonderful spring bloomers during our long winter (Acorus, Euphorbia, Hellebore, Winter Jasmine and Witch Hazel). - [Camp Hill Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/camp-hill-residence-pj-vj~492897) - Location: Camp Hill, PA - Photos: 6 - Description: Backyard retreat for relaxing and entertaining, with space for the owners to display their whimsical style. Complete with patio, seat wall, gazebo and fountain. Blouch's Landscaping Inc. installation. - [Backyard Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-patio-pj-vj~198345) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 12 - Description: Inspired by the roadside walls of Tuscany, brick capped stone walls create a sunken cozy backyard patio surrounded by an autumn flowering cherry, dwarf hydrangeas, hostas, coral bells and snakeroot. - [Parade of Homes 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parade-of-homes-2016-pj-vj~2034525) - Location: Linglestown, PA - Photos: 9 - Description: McNaughton Homes asked us to create and install a landscape design to complement this lovely show home for the 2016 Parade of Homes in central Pennsylvania. Deer resistant, native plants were used to marry the home to the site as well as providing low maintenance requirements for future home owners. Landscape, outdoor container and interior fresh flower designs created by Ruth Consoli Design and installed by Blouch's Landscaping, Inc. We have been awarded a Gold Medal for our landscape design/in… - [2014 Street of Dreams](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2014-street-of-dreams-pj-vj~591897) - Location: Linglestown, PA - Photos: 6 - Description: 2014 Harrisburg Street of Dreams Showcase Homes designed and built by Bill Grove Homes and McNaughton Homes. Landscape Design by Ruth Consoli Design and Blouch's Landscaping, Inc. Blouch's installation. - [OIE Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oie-residence-pj-vj~374456) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom Home Landscape Design. Master property plan completed for owner of their custom dream home built by Foxbuilt, Inc. - [Hershey Town Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hershey-town-home-pj-vj~591866) - Location: Hershey, PA - Photos: 3 - Description: Low maintenance and multiple seasons of interest were the requests of my client of this lovely town home. Plantings include Winterthur Viburnum, Oakleaf Hydrangea, ornamental grasses, evergreens, clematis and spireas. - [LP Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lp-residence-pj-vj~492936) - Location: Linglestown, PA - Photos: 4 - Description: Front foundation face lift with plants that are low maintenance and have multiple seasons of interest. Ruth Consoli Design with Earth Tones Hardscape Installation. - [Winter/Holiday Custom Designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winter-holiday-custom-designs-pj-vj~1336758) - Location: Mechanicsburg, PA - Photos: 21 - Description: Winter and Holiday custom containers using fresh cut greens, live plants, natural fruit, pods and stems showcasing the winter season. Ruth Consoli Design - [Workhorse Plants](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/workhorse-plants-pj-vj~591906) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 13 - Description: Some of my favorite plants; these are tough, provide months of interest, in color, form and texture. - [Summer In The Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/summer-in-the-garden-pj-vj~1858626) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 6 - [Autumn in the Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/autumn-in-the-garden-pj-vj~1358749) - Location: Harrisburg, PA - Photos: 11 [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ruth-consoli-design-pfvwus-pf~184856742) ## Ideabooks - [Covered walkway, stone work](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182430347/list/covered-walkway-stone-work) — 2 ideas - [Trends](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164193339/list/trends) — 1 idea - [Outdoor Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72324688/list/outdoor-kitchen) — 19 ideas - [Bird's eye view](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72324518/list/bird-s-eye-view) — 5 ideas - [Deck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72322938/list/deck) — 20 ideas - [Courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64444110/list/courtyard) — 24 ideas - [Sunroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52938321/list/sunroom) — 6 ideas - [Shade](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52374250/list/shade) — 25 ideas - [Artificial Turf](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50860782/list/artificial-turf) — 3 ideas - [Beach Cottage DayDream](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28415874/list/beach-cottage-daydream) — 14 ideas - [Outdoor Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22638060/list/outdoor-furniture) — 103 ideas - [Welcome](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16759503/list/welcome) — 14 ideas - [Fire](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16759323/list/fire) — 60 ideas - [Inside/Out](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16756805/list/inside-out) — 29 ideas - [Inspiring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8670436/list/inspiring) — 14 ideas - [Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8159478/list/architecture) — 30 ideas - [Entertaining](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8670025/list/entertaining) — 10 ideas - [Water](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8669788/list/water) — 37 ideas - [Fun](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8669875/list/fun) — 32 ideas - [Grow Your Own](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8669429/list/grow-your-own) — 28 ideas [See all 20 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ruthconsolidesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: what are the green and purple plants please?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: You are very welcome! **Q: Garage doors** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me what the brand and color of the garage doors is? A: Thank you for your question. The garage doors on the McNaughton Street of Dreams home are the Dark Oak Gallery Doors from Clopay. Following is the link for further information: http://www.clopaydoor.com/gallerysteel\#Designs **Q: what color variation is the stone? Is it an environmental stone produc** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Terrie, thanks for your question. Please feel free to contact John Fox of Foxbuilt Custom Homes at either Foxbuilt.com or 717-526-4075. He would be happy to provide that information. It is not an Environmental Stoneworks product. In your question to him, please refer to the OIE house that he worked on with me. Thanks and best wishes with your project. **Q: How much water would newly planted helebores need??** *(in Hellebores)* I'd like to plant some on the shady south-west side of the house but there's our drought. What would make the best mulch, in your opinion? A: Hellebores are drought tolerant evergreen perennials once established in zones 4-8. They prefer rich, moist (not wet), well drained soil. In general, watering slowly (hose on a trickle), deeply (for about 15-30 minutes for a 1c size container grown plant) and less often develops strong, drought tolerant root systems (that goes for all plants). The amount of water a plant needs depends on soil type, rainfall, wind and temperatures. In general, water new plants every 3-5 days for the first 4-6 weeks, then maybe once a week through out the growing season. If you live in an area that receives high summer temperatures, you may need to water more often throughout the summer months. If you receive a slow steady soaking rain without a lot of wind, you might be able to wait 5-7 days between watering. You can purchase soil moisture meters at garden centers or use your finger to check how moist/dry the soil feels around the roots, approx. 4" below the surface. Leaf compost or finished compost from your compost pile makes great mulch around Hellebores. Depending on your soil type (always helpful to do a soil test, check with your local county extension office or local garden center), a slow release organic fertilizer can be applied in spring. You can also cut the brown leaves off the plants in late winter being careful not to cut the flower buds that are forming for the current year's blooms. Hope this helps and Happy Gardening! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-15.*