Hellebore
Helleborus
Ranunculaceae · perennial · introduced
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Helleborus (Ranunculaceae) is a genus of evergreen perennials valued for winter and early spring bloom. Profile data for this generic entry is limited.
See species-level profiles for cultural requirements and cultivar information.
Plant Profile
Size & Form
Spread
1 ft
Growth Rate
Medium
Site Requirements
Light
Part Shade
Soil Drainage
Moist
Soil pH
4.5-8.5
Water
Moderate
Hardiness
Zones 6a–9b
Ornamental Interest
Bloom Time
february to april
Origin
Europe
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AphidHigh
Peak Population & Dispersal
Diseases: Regionally Documented (2)
Pests: Regionally Documented (1)
Cultivars (15)
'Blue Lady'
Hellebore
'Ivory Prince'
Hellebore
'Janet Starnes'
Hellebore
'Mettalic Blue Lady'
Hellebore
'Honeyhill Peace'
Honeyhill Peace Christmas Rose
'Pink Beauty'
Hellebore
'Pink Lady'
Hellebore
'Red Lady'
Hellebore
'Spotted Lady'
Hellebore
'Party Dress'
Black Double Hellebore
'White Beauty'
Hellebore
'White Lady'
Hellebore
'Painted Doubles' Hellebore Winter Jewels™
Hellebore Winter Jewels™ Painted Doubles
'Grand Burgundy'
Hellebore
'Winter Jewels Amber Gem'
Double Hellebore Hybrid
Data Maturity Structured Multiple sources. Expert review underway.