Helleborus X hybridus - Cultivation Notes
The diversity and impact of hellebores makes them a must have in the winter garden. They prefer a neutral / limey soil which is reasonably fertile, and will cope with clay soils but not water logging. Plant in full sun or shade, and allow to self seed - as plants are short lived. Ideal under shade planted in drifts or in front of a shady border. Mulch occasionally with well rotted manure to feed and cut back after flowering if looking leggy.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Helleborus X hybridus:
- Scented blossom
- Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors!
- Provides valuable winter interest
- Suitable for planting in full shade
- Produces winter flowers
Weaknesses of Helleborus X hybridus
- Poisonous if eaten/irritating sap
- Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Design & Plant Use for Helleborus X hybridus:
- Winter/early spring flowering herbaceous plant for early colour and extended seasonal interest
- Provides scented winter blossom
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Common Missspellings: Helebore, Heleborus, Helleberus, Heliborus, Helaborus