Perennial
Helleborus 'Black Diamond'
Lenten Rose
Plant Type: Perennial
Exposure: Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade Shade Tolerant
Like a diamond in the rough, this hellebore shines in early spring with its dramatic slate purple to Slate purple to near-black, single blossoms measuring about 2-2½" across. After setting seed, the petals turn a unique shade of slate green, continuing the interest long after the plants have finished blooming. The flowers are downward facing like most hellebores. The new foliage of this deep purple-black flowering selection is purple when it emerges in early spring before it matures into a lovely shade of green.
Height15-18" |
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Spread18-22" |
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Landscape Application:
Group or mass under trees and woodland gardens where flowers can be viewed in early spring.
Helleborus 'Black Diamond' Plant Care:
Remove tattered winter foliage in early spring. Prefers rich, moist, well drained soils and wind protection.
Lenten Rose Characteristics & Attributes
