Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Frosty'
Frosty Lenten Rose
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 18 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Blush pink buds open to white blossoms
- Foliage color
- Dark green, often with serrated edges
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Partial to full shade
- Water
- Regular
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attract pollinators like bees
About this plant
Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Frosty' is a delightful cultivar within the Helleborus genus. This particular variety is celebrated for its large white flowers that lend a bright and delicate charm to the garden. The blossoms, adorned in varying shades of white and blush pink, emerge in late winter to early spring, adding a welcome burst of color to the landscape during the dormant season.
Complementing the floral display is the plant's evergreen foliage, typically featuring dark green leaves with distinctive serrated edges. With a clump-forming growth habit, 'Frosty' is well-suited for shaded or partially shaded areas, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an elegant and resilient perennial that thrives in diverse garden settings.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens
Companion plants
Bleeding hearts · Solomon's seal · Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Japanese forest grass
Design tip
Winter interest is the reason to grow it, so keep it near an entry where the bloom is noticed. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.
