Lenten Rose. An evergreen perennial producing leathery dark green, divided leaves. Large saucer-shaped creamy white flowers spotted maroon within. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers January to April. Partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/skin irritant. Water thoroughly before planting.
Helleborus orientalis ssp. guttatus
An evergreen perennial producing leathery dark green, divided leaves. Large saucer-shaped creamy white flowers spotted maroon within.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Helleborus |
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Species | orientalis |
Varietry | ssp. guttatus |
Common Name | Lenten Rose |
Flower Colour | cream, white, maroon |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 45cm |
Family | Ranunculaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
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 | |
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Maintenance | |
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