SCIENTIFIC NAME: Helleborus x ericsmithii 'COSEH 730'

COMMON NAME: Champion (Winter Bliss) Lenten Rose, Hellebore

GARDEN SIZE: 16 to 18 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches wide

GROWTH RATE:Moderate

USDA ZONE: 4-8

EXPOSURE: Full Shade, Partial Shade (morning sun)

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

HABIT (FORM): Clumping

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; green

FLOWERS: Pink buds; Creamy white with dark pink reverse. Blooms late winter to early spring.

PLANT ORIGIN: 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