Helleborus orientalis, also known as Lenten rose, is an evergreen perennial with glossy dark green foliage and large, often strikingly colored flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and red. This charming plant is ideal for shady borders, under shrubs, or in winter and early spring beds, providing structure and early bloom. Helleborus orientalis prefers humus-rich, well-drained soil and a partially shaded to shaded position. The plant is low-maintenance, fully hardy, and adds elegance to the garden from late winter to early spring.
Please note: Plants are living products and may vary from photos and descriptions. Minor imperfections may occur but usually recover once planted in your garden. Our plants are strong and supplied in nursery pots, directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Height: approx. 10-25 cm
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Care: easy — low maintenance
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Sun or shade
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Flowers
- Spring, Winter
- Time to maturity
- 2-5 years
- Soil
- Chalky, Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral to alkaline
- Moisture
- Moist
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- Aspect
- North, West, East
- Hardiness (RHS)
- H6 (to about -15 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder
Ranges come from the RHS Plant Finder and PFAF. They show what each plant tolerates; local conditions vary.
Free delivery, always — on every order across Ireland and the EU 🌿
Typical Delivery Times
Ireland and all EU destinations — 5–8 working days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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