Helleborus niger 'Winter Sunshine'


Botanical Information

FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusHelleborus
Speciesniger
Cultivar'Winter Sunshine'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone1a - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-40 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-40 - 20
Height20 - 30 cm
Spread30 - 46 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMarch, April

Description and Growing Information

CultivationRich soil, moderate moisture levels with full sunlight exposure.
PestsLeaf spot and crown rot.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf Description7 - 9 basal leaves.
Flower DescriptionRose-like in form, made up of five petals with a deep white-green colour. Grow on thick stems that usually do not rise above the foliage.

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