Helleborus x glandorfensis HGC 'Ice N' Roses Rosetta'

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Key characteristics

Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 20 to 24 inches
Width: 24 to 36 inches
Flower color: White centers with rosy pink edges
Foliage color: Evergreen with large leaves and red stems
Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Keep soil lightly moist, but not soggy
Maintenance: Low; remove old foliage in spring
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds; deer and rabbit resistant

Perennials

Helleborus x glandorfensis HGC 'Ice N' Roses Rosetta'

Ice N' Roses Rosetta Lenten Rose

Helleborus × glandorfensis HGC 'Ice N' Roses Rosetta' is an evergreen perennial that begins blooming in January. This cultivar produces large, outward-facing flowers that exhibit an ombre effect, with white petals, transitioning to rosy pink on the outer edges. The blooms are held on sturdy stems above dark green foliage, providing a vibrant display during the winter months.

A notable characteristic of 'Rosetta' is its adaptability to various light conditions, thriving in both sunny spots and partial shade. This variety is both long-flowering and disease-resistant, making it a valuable addition to gardens seeking winter interest.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Keep soil lightly moist, but not soggy

Bloom time

Late winter to early spring

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Bird Gardens

Companion plants

Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Japanese forest grass · Astilbes · Heucheras

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.

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