Helleborus orientalis, commonly known as Lenten Rose, is a perennial that brings early spring color to shaded gardens with its nodding, cup-shaped flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and sometimes even green. The plant features glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop to the striking blooms, which often appear as early as late winter to early spring. Lenten Rose thrives in well-drained, humus-rich soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or areas with early-season interest. This hardy perennial is known for its long-lasting flowers, which persist for weeks, and its evergreen foliage that provides year-round visual appeal. With its elegant flowers and easy care, Helleborus orientalis is a popular choice for adding beauty and color to shaded or woodland landscapes.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - pink/green
· HEIGHT - 12-18"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-8
Helleborus orientalis, commonly known as Lenten Rose, is a perennial that brings early spring color to shaded gardens with its nodding, cup-shaped flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and sometimes even green. The plant features glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop to the striking blooms, which often appear as early as late winter to early spring. Lenten Rose thrives in well-drained, humus-rich soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or areas with early-season interest. This hardy perennial is known for its long-lasting flowers, which persist for weeks, and its evergreen foliage that provides year-round visual appeal. With its elegant flowers and easy care, Helleborus orientalis is a popular choice for adding beauty and color to shaded or woodland landscapes.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - pink/green
· HEIGHT - 12-18"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-8
