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Helleborus x hybridus [large red]

Also Known As

  • Helleborus x orientalis [large red]

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-24"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Helleborus x hybridus [large red] plant details

Helleborus x hybridus [large red] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter purple 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 [large red]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helleborus x hybridus [large red]

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

From Cistus Nursery's breeding program, these lovely winter bloomers are selected from particularly large-flowered plants in colors of deep plum going on flame-grape-red! Stunning. Perfect for bringing color to the shady garden spot in late winter to early spring. Part shade, dappled shade, deep shade -- all are good, with occasional summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6 and possibly below.

Gardening facts about Helleborus x hybridus [large red] plant

How to Grow Helleborus x hybridus [large red]

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • 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

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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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