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Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 20"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash' plant details

Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and winter green and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: green and pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sumptuously silvered and red veined, this outstanding evergreen Hellebore sports deeply serrate edges to create one HOT leaf. Blooms in late winter to early spring with pale green flowers blushed with pink. Wonderful in the front of the border for its clean good looks and winter interest. requires good drainage to thrive.
Striking gray green leaves with silver veins and red undersides. Evergreen perennial 20" x 20" Green flowers in winter.

Gardening facts about Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash' plant

How to Grow Helleborus x sternii 'Hot Flash'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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