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Graceful and enchanting, Helleborus orientalis ‘Double White’ is a perennial renowned for its exquisite double flowers that brighten shady garden spots in late winter and early spring. Each bloom features multiple layers of pristine white petals, creating a lush appearance that resembles delicate roses, and adds a touch of elegance and purity to garden, whether in borders or containers. The dark green, leathery foliage is an attractive backdrop to the profusion of blooms and remains evergreen in most climates, offering year-round interest. Thriving in partial to full shade and preferring moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil, it is particularly well-suited for woodland gardens and shaded areas under trees, where it can naturalize over time. Helleborus orientalis ‘Double White’ is valued not only for its beauty but also for its resilience and low-maintenance nature. It is fully hardy, deer-resistant and generally resistant to pests and diseases, reaching a mature height and spread of around 45cm.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Helleborus orientalis ‘Double White’ |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lenten Rose |
| Hardiness | H7 (-20°C and below) |
| Colour | White |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Shade, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.45 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.45 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
