An Australian-bred hellebore series with large outward-facing flowers in white, pink and ruby that hold their colour for weeks through winter. Shade-loving and evergreen; all parts are toxic if eaten.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 40 cm H × 45 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Winter Rose Hellebore
Botanically, Helleborus 'Winter Rose' is a slow-growing perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. It reaches around 40 cm tall and 45 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White, pink and red flowers appear in winter and spring.
Where to grow Winter Rose Hellebore
Winter Rose Hellebore suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Winter Rose Hellebore does best in free-draining and clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Winter Rose Hellebore does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Winter Rose Hellebore after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Winter Rose Hellebore in the garden
Winter Rose Hellebore earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and cut flowers for the vase. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Winter Rose Hellebore with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Winter Rose Hellebore
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