Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x lemperii HGC 'Leona'
Leona Christmas Rose
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 1 to 1.5 feet
- Width
- 1.5 to 2 feet
- Flower color
- Deep pink to burgundy
- Foliage color
- Deep green, glossy, evergreen leaves
- Bloom time
- Winter
- Light
- Partial to full shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; remove old leaves in late winter to reveal blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts early pollinators such as bees
About this plant
Helleborus x lemperii HGC 'Leona' is an evergreen perennial prized for its rich, dark pink to burgundy blooms that appear in winter. The nodding, cup-shaped flowers create a vibrant contrast against the plant's glossy, deep green foliage, adding warmth and color to the garden during the cooler months.
As part of the Helleborus Gold Collection® (HGC), 'Leona' originates from a breeding program focused on developing hardy and visually appealing winter-flowering varieties. This cultivar is perfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container displays, bringing year-round interest and striking beauty to outdoor spaces. Its long-lasting blooms are a cheerful reminder of spring's approach.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Containers
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. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.
