Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x iburgensis 'Glenda's Gloss'
Glenda's Gloss Lenten Rose
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 18 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- White with violet-pink margins
- Foliage color
- Dark green with lighter green marbling
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; minimal pruning after flowering if necessary
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies; deer and rabbit resistant
About this plant
Helleborus × iburgensis 'Glenda's Gloss' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter through early spring. This cultivar features white flowers with bold magenta edges and marbling throughout the petals, creating a distinct two-toned effect. The blooms are held above the foliage on deep-red stems, making them stand out against the plant's rich green backdrop. As the flowers mature, their colors soften slightly, adding depth and variation to their appearance.
One of the standout features of 'Glenda's Gloss' is its lush, dark green foliage accented with prominent green veining. The leaves provide year-round interest, offering a deep, textured backdrop even when the plant is not in bloom. Its upright growth habit and long-lasting flowers make it a valuable addition to winter gardens, shaded borders, and container plantings.
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
Flowers in the quietest months make this worth a sheltered spot within sight of a window or door. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.
