SCIENTIFIC NAME: Helleborus x lemperii 'Liara','COSEH 5600', PP32452

COMMON NAME: HGC® Winter Ballet 'Liara'

GARDEN SIZE: 16-20 inches tall by 16-20 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow to Moderate

USDA ZONE: 3-8

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 shades, outward-facing or nodding. Blooms in December.

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

Bountiful blooms in shades of pink make 'Liara' dance in your shade garden!