Helleborus x sternii 'Fire and Ice'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-32"
W: 12"-32"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Helleborus x sternii 'Fire and Ice' plant details

Helleborus x sternii 'Fire and Ice' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In spring and winter green flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus x sternii 'Fire and Ice'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 32 IN - wide, 12 IN - 32 IN - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, red stems, spotted leaves, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x sternii 'Fire and Ice'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Certainly one of the best of the variegated x sternii strains selected by our friend Diana Reeck at Collectors Nursery. White speckling with pink tints especially pronounced in the new growth and all held on red stems - very nice! 2" greenish flowers in spring. Sun and drought tolerant.