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Helleborus viridis

Also Known As

  • Green Hellebore

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-16"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Helleborus viridis plant details

Helleborus viridis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus viridis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus viridis

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rather diminutive slow growing species that prefers an alkaline humus rich soil and considerable shade, the demure deep green flowers posses a quiet charm all their own. ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Helleborus viridis plant

How to Grow Helleborus viridis

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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