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Helleborus x ballardiae 'HGC Merlin' (Hellebore)

Hellebore 'HGC Merlin', Merlin Hybrid Lenten Rose, Helleborus × ballardiae 'Coseh 810', Helleborus 'HGC Merlin'


Helleborus x ballardiae 'HGC Merlin' (Hellebore) is an evergreen perennial boasting loose clusters of outward-facing, saucer-shaped, cream to pale pink flowers, which turn rich, dark, dusky pink as they mature, creating attractive combinations of creamy-white and pink shades. Blooming in late winter or early spring, the flowers rise on sturdy stems above the leathery foliage of dark green, marbled leaves. Showy and long-lasting, this Hellebore is ideal to brighten the shade garden!

  • Grows in a bushy, upright clump, up to 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm) and 24 in. across (60 cm).
  • Performs best in partial shade, in fertile, humus-rich, moist, neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils. Can tolerate sun. 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, city gardens, under trees or large shrubs, woodland gardens, coastal gardens or cottage gardens. Plant in groups for best visual impact.
  • Virtually disease and pest free, but keep an eye out for aphids, snails, hellebore leaf spot, and hellebore black death.
  • Remove faded or damaged foliage as the flowers appear.
  • Propagate by seed, as named strains will come true, or propagate by division in the autumn
  • Ingestion may cause severe discomfort, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses, toxic to humans.

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 8
Heat Zones 5 – 9
Climate Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Helleborus - Hellebores
Exposure Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early)
Winter
Height 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spread 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spacing 30" (75cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.


Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 8
Heat Zones 5 – 9
Climate Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Helleborus - Hellebores
Exposure Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early)
Winter
Height 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spread 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spacing 30" (75cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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