Monday, July 6, 2009

Perennial Of The Day


Helleborus x 'Royal Heritage™'
Type Perennial
Hardy range 5A to 9A
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Average
Form Irregular or sprawling
Exposure Full shade
Bloom Color Pink and red
Bloom Time Winter

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil. Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy. The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green This plant has attractive foliage.

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Culture Notes The blooms range in colors from purple, pink, white, all at the same time. In the cooler areas, cover in the winter with mulch.