Helleborus x hybridus [Ashwood Garden Strain]

Also Known As

Lenten Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

5a-9b

Helleborus x hybridus [Ashwood Garden Strain] plant details

Helleborus x hybridus [Ashwood Garden Strain] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter apricot, black, blue, pink, red and white 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 [Ashwood Garden Strain]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot, black, blue, pink, red and white 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 [Ashwood Garden Strain]

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

The Ashwood Garden Hybrids come from the internationally acclaimed UK breeder of hellebores Ashwood Nurseries, widely regarded as having the best hellebore strains ever produced. This seed strain produces a mix of single flowers with improved colours including pink, green, yellow, white, apricot, red, and blue to almost black. Many plants will have beautiful dark nectaries. These are unique treasures with incredible pedigree! Deer resistant. Perennial Plant of the Year 2005.