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Helleborus 'John Hopkins'

Also Known As

  • John Hopkins Hellebore
  • John Hopkins Lenten Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 13"-24"
  • W: 16"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Helleborus 'John Hopkins' plant details

Helleborus 'John Hopkins' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter burgundy and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - 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 'John Hopkins'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 13 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus 'John Hopkins'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

John Hopkins has nice dark green foliage that pops under the dark pink to burgundy flowers.

Gardening facts about Helleborus 'John Hopkins' plant

How to Grow Helleborus 'John Hopkins'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 15"-18"

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

Perennial

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-18"

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

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 24"-32"

Width: 24"-40"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 32"

Width: 40"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 18"-24"

Width: 24"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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