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Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol' (Handle Basket Series) / 12Cm
Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol'
Confirmed format: 12cm
Plant Highlights
- Luminous pure white flowers opening from December to March
- Compact, clumping and bushy semi-evergreen habit
- Excellent winter interest for containers and borders
- Attracts pollinators during the colder months
- Supplied in a 12cm pot
Overview
Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol', commonly known as the helleborus or Christmas rose, is a prized perennial celebrated for its luminous winter blooms. From December through to March, it produces striking white flowers held neatly above dark green, semi-evergreen foliage. Naturally compact and slow-growing, this dwarf cultivar reaches a mature height and spread of 30 cm, making it a fantastic choice for bringing vibrant cheer and structure to Irish gardens during the darkest months of the year.
Why We Love It
- Brings much-needed floral colour to the garden in mid-winter.
- Compact habit makes it exceptionally well suited to smaller spaces, pots, and window boxes.
- Reliable winter interest from attractive green foliage and long-lasting blooms.
- Offers valuable pollinator support when other plants are dormant.
- Resistant to rabbits and deer.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Hellebore |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Semi-evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Flowering Season | December to March |
| Growth Habit | Clumping and bushy |
| Mature Height | 30 cm |
| Mature Spread | 30 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 ( hardy to -20°C and below ) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Thrives in partial shade or sun combined with partial shade in a sheltered location. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Suits chalk, clay, or loam soil textures with a neutral to alkaline pH. |
| Drainage | Requires well-drained or moisture-retentive soil conditions. |
| Watering | Maintain moderate watering to keep the soil moist. |
| Pruning | Pruning is recommended in January or February. |
| Deadheading | Deadheading is recommended to keep the plant tidy. |
Perfect For
- Borders and front of borders
- Patios and courtyards
- Containers and window boxes
- Cottage and shade gardens
- Woodland schemes and wildlife gardens
- Cut flower arrangements
- Small gardens and balconies
Good to Know
- Features a dwarf and compact growth rate.
- Provides reliable winter interest and long-lasting blooms.
- Tolerant of drought once established, alongside resistance to deer and rabbits.
- Please note that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, and the sap can act as a skin irritant. It is also toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.
Product Information
| Product Title | Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol' (Handle Basket Series) / 12Cm |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Helleborus niger 'Christmas Carol' |
| Confirmed Format | 12cm pot |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 60cm high· 60cm wide
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