Helleborus x sternii [Blackthorn Group]

Also Known As

Hellebore

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Helleborus x sternii [Blackthorn Group] plant details

Helleborus x sternii [Blackthorn Group] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus x sternii [Blackthorn Group]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x sternii [Blackthorn Group]

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick, blue-green, silver-washed foliage with prominent serrated edges held by deep red petioles on compact, multi-stemmed plants. The flowers appear in clusters at the top of each stem in late winter. They are small and cream coloured with a dusty rose blush on the back of each tetal. A cross between H. argutifolius and H. lividus. As with all stemmed hellebores plant in more sun than the hybridus types. Deer resistant.