Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades

Also Known As

Helleborus Mardi Gras Series™ 'Slate Shades'
Helleborus x hybridus 'Mardi Gras Slate Shades'
Slate Shades Hellebore
Slate Shades Lenten Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 15"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades plant details

Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter black, blue, burgundy and purple 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: black, blue, burgundy and purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
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

One of the prized outcomes from Charles Price's complex breeding programs, this new Hellebore offers darkly alluring, cupped and upfacing flowers, which boast charcoal hues suffused with blue, plum and wine tones and sprightly champaign-colored stamens. Broad dark green leaves are divided into 7 to 9 segments and retain their lustrous finish throughout the year.