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Helleborus niger [Saint Series]

Also Known As

  • Saint Series Christmas Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Helleborus niger [Saint Series] plant details

Helleborus niger [Saint Series] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In winter 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus niger [Saint Series]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus niger [Saint Series]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Saints come marching in! The Saint Series is a group of Christmas roses with vigorous growth, good overall plant proportions, large, pure white flowers with golden yellow stamens, and rich dark green foliage. Blooming will begin in December and continue well into the new year. Select from 'Saint Damasus', 'Saint Lucia' (pictured), 'Saint Maria', 'Saint Nicolas', and 'Saint Teresa'.

Gardening facts about Helleborus niger [Saint Series] plant

How to Grow Helleborus niger [Saint Series]

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 15"-18"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

  • mostly sun - shade
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 24"-32"

Width: 24"-40"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 40"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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