Helleborus WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince
WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince Lenten Rose
WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince Lenten Rose
Exposure
- Partial shade
- Shade
Rusticity
Bloom time
- April
- May
- White tailed-deer resistant
- Delicate pink flowers
- Spring flowers
- White-tailed deer resistant
- Evergreen
The WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince hellebore (Helleborus x hybridus WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince) is a remarkable flowering perennial that will bring a touch of light and elegance to your winter garden. This hybrid variety is distinguished by its large, cup-shaped flowers in a luminous ivory white, sometimes slightly veined with soft pink, which illuminate the dormant landscape.
Exceptional Features:
- Bloom: The WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince hellebore blooms from late winter to early spring, among the first flowers to brave the cold, announcing the arrival of warmer days.
- Luminous Cup-Shaped Flowers: The large, cup-shaped flowers in a luminous ivory white, sometimes slightly veined with soft pink, measure 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter (5 to 6 cm) and offer a delicate and refined spectacle.
- Evergreen Foliage: This perennial retains its deep green, glossy foliage throughout the year, adding a touch of greenery even during the coldest months.
- Increased Hardiness: The WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince hellebore is hardy to zone 4, which means it can withstand winter temperatures down to -34°C.
- Long Lifespan: This perennial can live for several years, offering long-lasting beauty to your winter garden.
Growing Information for Optimal Bloom:
- Soil: The WALBERTON’S® Ivory Prince hellebore prefers rich, well-drained, and slightly acidic soil. It also tolerates neutral soils.
- Light: This perennial thrives in shade or partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the foliage.
- Watering: Regular watering is important, especially during dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Fertilization: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer in spring or fall to promote abundant blooms.
- Division: Dividing the plant every 3 to 5 years helps keep it healthy and encourages continued blooming.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Tufted
- Bushy
Flowering colours:
- White
- Pinkish
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Moderate Watering
Maintenance:
- Easy to medium. Remove spent flowers
- prune as needed in spring after flowering.
Soil requirement:
- Well-drained soil
Features
Features
Resistance:
- White-tailed deer
- Shade
Attract:
- Bees
Use:
- Clumps
- Undergrowth
- Shaded areas
- Shade gardens
Attribute:
- Spring flowering
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