Re: Viola lutes Splendens/ now Hepatica

> Do you cut the old leaves off yours round February time as you might 
> do with a hellebore? I was tempted to this year so that the flowers 
> were more visible but have yet to discover whether it will have 
> weakened the plant.

Hi Janet,

   I've read in various sources that Hepatica require their leaves 
   during winter months as they continue to use them as a source of
   nourishment.  I don't know if it's true for all species, just a 
   select few, or if it's just an old wive's tale, but I've always
   been afraid to cut them. 

   Just for giggles, here's an old Plant of the "Month" featuring
   Hepatica acutiloba (one of my favorite wildflowers!):

      http://www.mallorn.com/pom/Apr99/

   Makes me even more impatient for spring!  :)

Chris
http://www.hort.net/gallery/      1378 online plant photos and growing!

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