Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x iburgensis 'Moondance'
Moondance Lenten Rose

- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 12 to 24 inches
- Width
- 12 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Creamy white with yellow stamens, aging to green
- Foliage color
- Dark green with soft green marbling
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade; can tolerate full sun in milder climates
- Water
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; minimal pruning after flowering
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts pollinators; deer and rabbit resistant
About this plant
Helleborus × iburgensis 'Moondance' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. This cultivar features creamy white flowers with prominent yellow stamens, creating a luminous display during the cooler months. As the blooms mature, they transition to shades of pale green, extending their visual appeal.
'Moondance' has dark green, leathery leaves adorned with soft green veining, creating a subtle marbled effect. This foliage provides year-round interest and serves as an elegant backdrop to the bright blooms. Unlike many hellebores, the Frostkiss® series, including 'Moondance', can tolerate full sun in regions with milder summers, provided the roots are kept cool. This adaptability makes 'Moondance' a versatile and resilient choice for various garden settings.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Bergenias · Sedums · Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones
Design tip
Flowers in the quietest months make this worth a sheltered spot within sight of a window or door. It takes sun or light shade, which makes it useful along the changing light of a bed edge or a partly shaded border.
