Care

Planting & Growing

Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil; site where it will remain undisturbed for years. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates dry spells in cool, shady settings. Apply acid fertilizer after bloom. Protect roots with a thick layer of mulch. Remove old, faded foliage in spring.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Hellebore
Bloom Time Early Spring
Foliage Color Green
Genus Helleborus
Growth Rate Moderate
Hardiness Zone 5
Landscape Uses Massing, Rock, Edging, Garden, Naturalizing
Light Needs Partial Shade, Shade
Mature Height 2 feet
Prune Time Cut Back In Fall
Water Needs Average to Moist