Christmas rose
Common Name: Christmas rose
Genus: Helleborus
Species: niger
Cultivar: 'Potter's Wheel'
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline, Dry
Height: 45cm
Spread: 45cm
Bring buds of the Christmas rose indoors to enjoy their huge white flowers on the festive table. 'Potter's Wheel' is a fine variety that was introduced in the 1950s. Its blooms can measure up to 10cm (4in) across and have beautiful contrasting yellow stamens in the centre. It needs limey, humus-rich soil in dappled shade to thrive. Dig in plenty of organic matter, such as compost, before planting and mulch around the plant every year.
Looks good with:
Convallaria majalisEpimedium x versicolor 'Sulphureum'
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