Helleborus 'Sally' (Sally Hellebore)


Botanical Information

FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusHelleborus
Cultivar'Sally'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2a - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35
Temperature (°F)-30
Height30 - 70 cm
Spread30 - 70 cm
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright clumping to nodding.
LandscapeBorders, flower beds, underplanting.
PropagationDivision of plants in spring.
CultivationThrives in organically rich, well drained soil in shade.
PestsLeaf spot and crown rot.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionDark green, glossy in appearance with a leathery texture.
Flower DescriptionCup-shaped, nodding blooms that grow in clusters of 1 - 4 on flower stems.
Colour DescriptionDeep green foliage and stems among light green flowers.
Texture DescriptionSoft, leathery.

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