An evergreen perennial producing dark green, divided leaves, veined silver on the upper surface, flushed pink below. Cup-shaped flowers are apple-green inside, purple-flushed outside. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers December to March. Partial shade. Frost hardy. Harmful if eaten/skin irritant. Water thoroughly before planting.
Helleborus lividus
An evergreen perennial producing dark green, divided leaves, veined silver on the upper surface, flushed pink below. Cup-shaped flowers are apple-green inside, purple-flushed outside.
Additional information
| Generic | Helleborus |
|---|---|
| Species | lividus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | December, March |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Avoid extremes of wet or dry |
| Border | Rock garden, Alpine house |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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