SCIENTIFIC NAME: Helleborus x glandorfensis 'Ice N' Roses® Picotee'

COMMON NAME: HGC® Ice N' Roses® Picotee

GARDEN SIZE: 20-24 inches tall (32 inch spacing recommended)

GROWTH RATE: Vigorous

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Full Shade, Partial Shade (morning sun)

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright, Clumping

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Leathery deep green leaves

FLOWERS: White blooms with pink-rimmed edges; bicolored; bloom from January through 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.