Helleborus Christmas Rose

Latin name:

Helleborus niger 'HGC Jacob'

Family:

Ranunculaceae

Size available: 6"

Note: This plant is characterized by smooth, dark green foliage with striking white 2-3" flowers that face the viewer. The plant impresses us with as many as 15-20 flowers visible at one time. It has a compact habit growing to 6-8" in the garden with lots of flowers. The flowers mature to pink and rose color in cool temperatures. In warmer temperatures they mature to light green. This variety begins to flower in mid to late November in cool greenhouses and should be made available to retailers at that time. Garden response will vary based on your local climate. In milder climates like the coastal northeast, Mid-Atlantic States, gulf coast states and Pacific Northwest the variety should show garden response in November. If you live in the colder climates of the north the flowers may not show until milder spring weather in the garden. The plants have returned in 'Zone 5' trials at Cornell University, Ithaca and as far south as Ft. Myers, Florida.

Medium light

Moderate water

	Low light: Plants in this category need little light. They like a northern exposure and can survive with just fluorescent lighting. For outdoor use Low Light = Shade.

	Medium light: Plants in this category like diffused or moderate lighting. They do well in a bright western or moderate eastern exposure. For outdoor use Medium Light = Partial Shade.

	Bright light: Plants in this category need full sun. They prefer a southern or very bright eastern exposure. Windows with no curtains and blinds would be ideal. For outdoor use Bright Light = Full Sun.

	Light water: Plants in this category should completely dry out but not to the point where the soil shrinks from the sides of the pot.

	Moderate water: Plants in this category should slightly dry out . Water when top 1-2 inches of soil is dry.

	Generous water: Plants in this category prefer moist soil and benefit from high humidity. Water when the top of the soil starts to dry out. Be careful not to overwater and do not let plants sit in saucers of water for a long period of time.