Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis)

The Lenten Rose, also known as Hellebore, is a hardy perennial that blooms in the early spring, often when snow is still on the ground. It is prized for its attractive, leathery, dark green foliage and large, cup-shaped flowers that come in a variety of colors, including white, pink, purple, and even near-black. This evergreen plant adds structure and color to shaded gardens and is perfect for woodland settings, or as an underplanting in shrubs and trees.

Category

Sun Needs:

  • Part shade to full shade
  • Best in shaded to lightly dappled sun for optimal growth and flowering

Bloom Time:

  • Early to mid-spring (typically February to April)
Size:

Height: 12 to 18 inches tall
Width: 18 to 24 inches wide

Attributes:
  • Evergreen foliage (retains leaves throughout winter)
  • Long-lasting flowers in a wide range of colors
  • Attractive leathery leaves
  • Excellent for shade or woodland gardens
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Tolerates dry, well-drained soil
  • Low maintenance once established
  • Prefers acidic to neutral soil
  • Tolerates cold winters and can bloom in snowy conditions
Companion:
  • Ferns (like Japanese Painted Fern or Christmas Fern)
  • Hostas
  • Astilbe
  • Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)
  • Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
  • Columbine (Aquilegia)
  • Brunnera
  • Coral Bells (Heuchera)
  • Solomon’s Seal
  • Epimedium

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