Helleborus orientalis 'Royal Heritage' is an exquisite collection of Hellebore hybrids with cup-shaped flowers, 2 in. long (5 cm), adorned with overlapping petals in a wide range of terrific colors. The blossoms may be purple, near-black, white, pale green, yellow, pink, rose, and red, some attractively spotted or brushed with a contrasting color. Blooming heavily in early to mid spring, these nodding beauties rise on sturdy stems and contrast well with the glossy, serrated, dark green, evergreen foliage. Showy and long-lasting, this Lenten Rose provides year round interest and is ideal to brighten areas of dappled shade under deciduous trees and shrubs!

• 2005 Perennial Plant of the Year
• Grows in a bushy, upright clump, up to 18-24 in. tall (45-60 cm) and 24-30 in. across (60-75 cm).
• Performs best in partial shade to full shade, in rich, humusy, moist, alkaline, well-drained soils. Lenten Roses are very tolerant and will grow well in most soils as long as the ground is not extremely dry or stagnantly waterlogged. Select a sheltered site to protect them from cold winter winds. Deer resistant!
• Easy to grow, this plant is a welcomed addition to shady borders, containers, under trees or large shrubs, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. Plant in groups for best visual impact. Lovely groundcover when massed
• Virtually disease and pest free, but watch for slugs and aphids.
• Remove faded flower stems (unless you require seed) to promote new growth and for a neat appearance.
• Ingestion may cause severe discomfort; skin irritant.