{"product_id":"helleborus-ericsmithii-viv-olivia-2-litre","title":"HELLEBORUS ericsmithii VIV Olivia \/ 2 Litre","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"19d24f9\" data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"226\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHelleborus × ericsmithii ViV® 'Olivia'\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"254\"\u003eHelleborus × ericsmithii\u003c\/em\u003e ViV® 'Olivia'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e2L nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"307\"\u003ePlant Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant blush-pink winter flowers • Attractive evergreen foliage • Long flowering season • Ideal for shade and containers • Early nectar source for pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"480\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eHelleborus × ericsmithii\u003c\/em\u003e ViV® 'Olivia' is an elegant evergreen hellebore from the premium ViV® Collection, bred for exceptional garden performance and a remarkably long flowering season. Its large outward-facing flowers open in soft creamy white with delicate blush-pink tones, gradually deepening as they mature to create a subtle, evolving display from winter into early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eCompact and long-lived, 'Olivia' forms a neat clump of glossy evergreen foliage that provides year-round structure in the garden. It is an excellent choice for woodland planting, shaded borders and decorative patio containers, bringing reliable colour when few other perennials are flowering while providing an early pollen source for bees during mild winter weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gisunw\" data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uqeb48\" data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eBeautiful blush-pink flowers brighten the winter garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t3k8uh\" data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eEvergreen foliage provides lasting year-round structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pwxsqf\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003eLong flowering season extends seasonal interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1nvt1\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eExcellent for woodland gardens and shaded containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pir39w\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eReliable, easy to grow and long-lived.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tzp6e8\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"2292\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1551\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1566\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1594\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1638\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eHelleborus × ericsmithii\u003c\/em\u003e ViV® 'Olivia'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1653\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eViV® Hellebore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1685\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1719\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eEvergreen herbaceous perennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1730\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eGlossy, leathery evergreen leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1778\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1858\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCreamy white flowers flushed with soft blush pink, deepening gently with age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1878\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFlowering Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1933\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eWinter to early spring (typically January to March)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1949\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003eCompact, upright, clump-forming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1996\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003ePartial shade or dappled shade; tolerates full sun where soil remains consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2096\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eFertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2178\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2203\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eApproximately 35–45cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2220\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2245\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eApproximately 35–45cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2258\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2292\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFully hardy throughout Ireland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vf7tma\" data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pz658f\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003ePlant in partial shade or dappled shade where it is protected from strong afternoon sun. It thrives beneath deciduous trees and shrubs or in sheltered woodland-style planting, while also performing well in patio containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mebt03\" data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season while establishing. Once established, keep the soil evenly moist during prolonged dry spells, particularly in spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynopa7\" data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003eGrow in fertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid prolonged winter waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"z48ndi\" data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eHardiness and Winter Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003eFully hardy throughout Ireland. Remove older foliage in late winter before flowering begins to showcase the blooms and improve air circulation. Apply an annual mulch of compost or leaf mould around the plant to help conserve moisture and improve soil structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"amc1e5\" data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3201\"\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003eFeed with a balanced fertiliser after flowering in spring. Established hellebores prefer not to be disturbed and will gradually develop into larger, more floriferous clumps over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"em107h\" data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v3bbtm\" data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003eWoodland gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xknkij\" data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003eShaded mixed borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jetf4f\" data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003eUnderplanting deciduous trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xhtsvf\" data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003eCourtyard and patio containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pls1r9\" data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003eWinter and early spring displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"qpwf28\" data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3567\"\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003e'Olivia' is part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003eViV® Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium breeding programme developed to produce compact, floriferous hellebores with an exceptionally long flowering season and excellent garden performance. The flowers naturally develop deeper pink tones as they mature, extending their ornamental display over many weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tz4eci\" data-start=\"3891\" data-end=\"3913\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"4153\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jkyivb\" data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"3973\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"3959\"\u003eHelleborus × ericsmithii\u003c\/em\u003e ViV® 'Olivia'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ku5q2s\" data-start=\"3974\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003eCultivar: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3986\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003e'Olivia'\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h1yntv\" data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4034\"\u003eSupplied in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4015\" data-end=\"4033\"\u003e2L nursery pot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9rpfak\" data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4068\"\u003eEvergreen herbaceous perennial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jnxp3c\" data-start=\"4069\" data-end=\"4153\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003ePot size refers to the plant at the time of sale and not its eventual mature size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tullys Nurseries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54526028218701,"sku":"5391285170058","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/easygarden.ie\/products\/helleborus-ericsmithii-viv-olivia-2-litre","provider":"Easy Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}