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Helleborus orientalis

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Helleborus orientalis plant details

Helleborus orientalis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus orientalis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus orientalis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The ideal groundcover for deciduous shrubs and trees, this classic perennial provides the gardens with welcome winter flowers whose wide-open faces nod for many months above splendid glossy foliage. The blossoms are themselves a surprise, will they be pink, plum or white!? PSh-Sh/M
Handsome evergreen leaves spread slowly to make a tall groundcover. The flowers appear in late winter to spring and may range in colors from white to crimson to maroon. Flowers are frequently flushed with green. Grows about 24" tall and spreads slowly. Easy to grow in partial to full shade. Awards: Georgia Gold Medal Winner Recommended by: the United States National Arboretum.

By: Fantastic Plants

Gardening facts about Helleborus orientalis plant

How to Grow Helleborus orientalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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