SCIENTIFIC NAME: Helleborus x hybridus 'Vibey Velvet™'

COMMON NAME: Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ Hellebore

GARDEN SIZE: 18 inches tall, 18 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate to vigorous

USDA ZONE: 5-8

EXPOSURE: Full Shade, Partial Shade (morning sun)

WATER & SOIL: Evenly moist, nutrient rich, well drained soil. Average water needs.

HABIT (FORM): Mound-shaped

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Dark Green, Variegated

FLOWERS: Small but plentiful rich dark red flowers tinged with burgundy flecks, blooming from early winter to early spring

PLANT ORIGIN: Hybrid (Europe and Asia)

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May feed pollinators early in the spring. Deer and rabbit resistant.

FERTILIZING: When planting, add a root stimulant, compost, or a fertilizer meant to support new plants. Once established, apply organic compost or a 3-4-5 fertilizer in early spring and early fall.

PRUNING: Remove dead leaves as needed. May be divided after blooming or in early fall.

ASPCA Toxicity flags (see their site for details): Toxic to Dogs, Cats, Horses

USES: Borders, Shade Gardens, Containers, Winter Interest, Cut flowers