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Lenten Rose Cultivars

Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.

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Overview

The Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis cvs.) is an esteemed perennial, blooming early in shades of cream, pink, purple, or spotted. Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, they prefer dappled shade and well-drained soil, reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread. Their leathery, evergreen leaves provide year-round interest. Ideal for woodland gardens, they are deer-resistant and require minimal care once established, offering lasting appeal through winter and spring.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Climate Temperate
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — The Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis cvs.) is an esteemed perennial
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — blooming early in shades of creamLenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — they prefer dappled shade and well-drained soilLenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — reaching 18-24 inches in height and spreadLenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — Their leathery, evergreen leaves provide year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — The Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis cvs.) is an esteemed perennial
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — blooming early in shades of cream
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — they prefer dappled shade and well-drained soil
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — Their leathery, evergreen leaves provide year-round interest

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