Helleborus x hybridus Ballard Strain
A seed strain from one of the greats of hellebore breeding, Helen Ballard.
This seed strain originated with England’s famous Helen Ballard, an early pioneer of hellebore breeding. Round, upright-facing flowers bloom in shades of red, pink, white, yellow, and purple. These hybridus hellebores have glossy foliage and bear distinct, long-lasting flowers. Here’s a great opportunity to find some unique treasures with incredible pedigree! Deer resistant. Perennial Plant of the Year 2005.
Common Name: Lenten Rose
Family: Ranunculaceae (The Buttercup Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5
Light: Part Sun Part Shade Full Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Various
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Late Winter - Early Spring
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
Award: GPP
Geographical Origin:
