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    Helleborus niger

    Also Known As

    • Christmas Rose

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 1'-2'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Helleborus niger plant details

    Helleborus niger is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus niger

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: ranunculaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in winter
    Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus niger

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This ancient and revered garden plant from the snowy woodlands of Alps south to the Dolomites... develops a large clump of deep-green, leathery leaves topped, in winter, with showy white saucer flowers. PSh/M/not acid/dry in late summer

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Helleborus niger plant

    How to Grow Helleborus niger

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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