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Helleborus x hybridus - double black

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-24"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Helleborus x hybridus - double black plant details

Helleborus x hybridus - double black is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter black flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helleborus x hybridus - double black

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: black blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x hybridus - double black

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rich, luxurious double-flowered black hellebores. These lovely winter bloomers, from Cistus Nursery's breeding program, can add beauty to a shady garden spot in late winter to early spring. Part shade, dappled shade, deep shade -- all good, with occasional summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6 and possibly below.

Gardening facts about Helleborus x hybridus - double black plant

How to Grow Helleborus x hybridus - double black

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • black
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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