Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x hybridus 'Blue Diamond'
Blue Diamond Lenten Rose
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 15 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Dusky purple with dark spotting
- Foliage color
- Evergreen, dark green
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; remove old foliage in late winter
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees; deer and rabbit resistant
About this plant
Helleborus × hybridus 'Blue Diamond' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. Developed as part of the Winter Jewels series, this cultivar is known for its nodding, cup-shaped flowers in shades of slate blue to dusky purple, which may exhibit darker spotting. The blooms are held on sturdy stems above a mound of thick, dark green, leathery foliage.
'Blue Diamond' is a resilient and low-maintenance plant, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens and shaded borders. It is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, allowing it to thrive in a variety of conditions. Its adaptability to both partial and full shade makes it a versatile option for gardeners looking to add long-lasting winter and early spring interest to their landscapes.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens
Companion plants
Japanese forest grass · Astilbes · Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers
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.
