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
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
Gardening facts about Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades plant
How to Grow Helleborus x hybridus Mardi Gras slate shades
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
- burgundy
- black
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
See other plant types of Helleborus for your garden
aka Helleborus hybridus, Helleborus x hybridus [Selected Mixed Colors], Hellebore, Lenten Rose, Mixed Colors Hybrid Hellebore, Mixed Colors Lenten Rose
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 15"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Helleborus 'Black Slate', Hellebore
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Bear's Foot, Stinking Hellebore, Stinkwort
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-32"
Width: 24"-40"
- mostly sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Helleborus foetidus 'Wester Flisk', Bear's Foot Hellebore, Stinking Hellebore
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 32"
Width: 40"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Helleborus hybridus 'Apricot', Hellebore
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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