Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome'
Also Known As
- Dark and Handsome Hybrid Hellebore
- Dark and Handsome Hybrid Lenten Rose
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome' plant details
Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter black flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional 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 'Dark and Handsome'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: black blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome' plant
How to Grow Helleborus x hybridus 'Dark and Handsome'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- black
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6b-10a
Size
Height: 24"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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