Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x glandorfensis HGC 'Ice N' Roses White'
Ice N' Roses White Lenten Rose

- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 15 to 18 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Creamy white, turning greenish as they fade
- Foliage color
- Evergreen, dark green
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; remove old foliage in late winter
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds; deer and rabbit resistant
About this plant
Helleborus × glandorfensis HGC 'Ice N' Roses White' is an evergreen perennial that brings brightness to the winter garden with its long-lasting blooms. Flowering from December through April, it produces large, creamy white flowers that stand out against the deep green foliage. As the blooms mature, they develop a soft green tint, creating a subtle color shift over time. With its early and extended flowering season, this hellebore provides months of interest when little else is in bloom.
A notable characteristic of 'Ice N' Roses White' is its vigorous growth habit and ease of care, making it suitable for both garden beds and winter plantings in large containers. Its adaptability to various light conditions, thriving in both sunny spots and partial shade, sets it apart from other cultivars. This variety is also disease-resistant, ensuring a long-lasting and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Bird Gardens
Companion plants
Solomon's seal · Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Japanese forest grass · Astilbes
Design tip
Winter interest is the reason to grow it, so keep it near an entry where the bloom is noticed. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.
