- Helleborus also known as Hellebore Hello Red produces striking, deep red blooms from late winter into early spring, brightening the garden when little else is in flower. The large, outward facing blossoms contrast beautifully against dark green foliage, adding a bold splash of colour to shaded borders or containers.
- Hardy perennial - A reliable and low maintenance choice for year round structure, with leathery evergreen leaves that provide interest even after flowering. Excellent for underplanting shrubs or mixing into winter garden displays for sustained beauty through the colder months.
- Perfect for shade and easy to grow - Thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Once established, helleborus is drought tolerant and fully hardy in UK gardens, requiring minimal care while returning reliably each year.
Plant genus Helleborus
Common Name Hellebore
Plant type Shrubs, Herbaceous Perennials
Foliage type Evergreen, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect North Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Red
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Ferns, Heuchera, Snowdrops
Light Required Partial Shade
Watering Water regularly after planting until the roots are established. Once settled in, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and usually only needs extra water during prolonged dry spells. Plants grown in containers will need more frequent watering than those growing in the ground.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in partial shade to gentle sun in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
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