Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Helleborus x lemperii HGC 'Liara'
Liara Christmas Rose
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 1 to 1.5 feet
- Width
- 1.5 to 2 feet
- Flower color
- Light pink and white with darker pink edges
- 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 'Liara' is an elegant evergreen perennial known for its soft, pastel-colored flowers that bloom in winter. The delicate blooms feature a mix of pale pink to cream shades, often with a touch of burgundy at the edges, providing a gentle contrast against the plant's deep green, leathery leaves. These nodding, bowl-shaped flowers bring color and texture to the garden during the colder months.
Part of the Helleborus Gold Collection® (HGC), 'Liara' was developed through a careful breeding program aimed at enhancing the hardiness and aesthetic appeal of hellebores. Originating from the Winter Ballet series, this cultivar is perfect for shaded garden spaces, where its long-lasting blooms can be appreciated throughout the winter, offering a touch of brightness in the colder months.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers · Epimediums · Hostas
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.
