Helleborus Early Purple

Early Purple Hellebore

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.256.150

(='Atrorubens') One of the more stunning of the Hellebores, this early-blooming selection bears blossoms of a dusky maroon-purple. Plants produce a bushy clump of thick, leathery evergreen leaves. Site these where they will stay for many years, since the plants resent being disturbed. Trimming the old leaves to the ground in late winter will make the show of flowers more easily seen, and just generally tidy up the plants. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten/Skin irritant.

Further details for
Helleborus Early Purple

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Partial Shade or
Full Shade

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Purple

Blooming Time
  Early Spring
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
  Mid Winter

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
30-40 cm
12-16 inches

Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Slow

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.