38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Helleborus orientalis
Winter Rose, Lenten Rose
$20
19cm Pot
Mature height:
30 - 45 cm
Mature width:
40 - 60 cm
A classic, evergreen perennial with thick, leathery, dark green, palmately divided leaves. Produces nodding, cup-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, white, or green throughout the late winter and early spring.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Rich, moist, fertile, well-drained loam; prefers neutral-to-alkaline.
Sunlight
Partial to deep shade; perfect for dark garden zones.
Flower
Nodding, cup-shaped pink, purple, white, or green flowers in winter.
Care & Maintenance
Helleborus orientalis is a beautiful, winter-flowering perennial that thrives in the shaded, cool parts of gardens.
• Plant in semi-shaded, moist, well-draining, fertile soil.
• Remove old, tattered leaves in the late winter.
• Water regularly during dry spells in the summer.
• Hardy against frost and cold Central Otago winds.
Common Uses for
Helleborus orientalis
01
Shaded Border Anchor
Provides essential, high-impact, evergreen structure and colour in dark, winter-dormant beds.
02
Woodland Garden
Classic choice for naturalistic, sheltered, shady, woodland-style planting schemes.
03
Foundation Planting
Adds elegant, leathery, year-round foliage structure along the sides of shaded buildings.
04
Early-Season Pollinator
One of the only reliable nectar sources for bees during the coldest winter months.
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We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only