SCIENTIFIC NAME: Helleborus x ericsmithii x Helleborus x hybridus ‘Corvina’ USPP#32,870

COMMON NAME: Ice N’ Roses® Corvina Lenten Rose

GARDEN SIZE: 13 to 24 inches tall by 18 to 24 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5 to 8

EXPOSURE: Partial Shade (tolerates Full Sun with adequate moisture)

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright, clumping, with strong stems

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; large palmate leaves with red-tinged stems

FLOWERS: Rich red, upright-facing blooms appearing mid-winter through early spring (January–March)

PLANT ORIGIN: Hybrid; original species from 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