Helleborus x hybridus 'Double White Spotted'

Double White Spotted Lenten Rose

Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 12 to 15 inches
Width: 15 to 18 inches
Flower color: Double white with dark pink spots
Foliage color: Glossy green
Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
Light: Partial shade
Water: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove old foliage in late winter
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife: Resistant to deer and rabbits

About this plant

Helleborus x hybridus 'Double White Spotted' is a semi-evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. It showcases large, double white flowers adorned with small dark pink spots, creating a delicate and elegant appearance. These nodding, cup-shaped blossoms are complemented by divided, leathery, mid-green foliage, adding a rich backdrop to the floral display.

This cultivar is part of the Mardi Gras series, developed by hellebore breeders Glenn Withey and Charles Price. The series is known for its uniformity and vibrant colors, making 'Double White Spotted Mardi Gras' a popular choice among gardeners seeking early-season interest. Its graceful flowers and attractive foliage make it suitable for shaded garden areas, woodland settings, or as a ground cover.

Works well in

Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Containers

Companion plants

Japanese forest grass · Astilbes · Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers

Design tip

Flowers in the quietest months make this worth a sheltered spot within sight of a window or door. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.