Christmas Rose. An evergreen perennial producing leathery dark green, divided leaves. Saucer-shaped white flowers ageing to pinkish white. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers January to April. Shaded Site. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/skin irritant. Water thoroughly before planting.
Helleborus niger
An evergreen perennial producing leathery dark green, divided leaves. Saucer-shaped white flowers ageing to pinkish white.
Additional information
| Generic | Helleborus |
|---|---|
| Species | niger |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Christmas Rose |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded Site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm, 30cm |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | January, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Avoid extremes of wet or dry |
| Border | Border, Group planting |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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