1 x 9cm pot 200719-1 | £9.50 |
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3 x 9cm pots 200719-3 | £24.95 |
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A small, early flowering form of the wonderful Christmas rose (Helleborus niger), which I love for picking all through winter and often use to decorate our Christmas table. With this petite form, it makes a brilliant winter houseplant. Once it’s finished flowering, you can plant it out.
Genus | Helleborus |
Group/Species | niger |
Variety | Little Star |
Type | Hardy Perennial |
Common Name | Christmas Rose |
Border Position | Container, Front, Middle |
Soil Type | Fertile, Neutral |
Scent | Unscented |
Site | Part Shade, Shade |
Moisture | Moist but Well-drained |
Height | 30cm (12in) |
Spacing | 45cm (18in) |
Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Plant out in autumn or spring into fertile, well-drained soil and water in well. Ideal for containers and shaded borders. |
Care Tips | Mulch annually in the autumn. Remove faded foliage as the flowers appear. |
Flowering | December - February |
Vase Life | Sear stem ends in boiling water for 10 seconds and this should last at least a week in water. |
Harvesting | Flower production: 3 months |
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Helleborus niger 'Little Star' reviews
Reviewed 15th January 2020 by Alison
I planted my helibours in single clay flowerpots put them on a wall opposite my kitchen and every time I look out there they are to brighten my day. |