Helleborus niger Diva in Terracotta Pot, 1/2L
£20.00
notes
Hellebore niger Diva is a stunning, clump-forming perennial that produces large, upward-facing, white cup-shaped flowers above its semi-evergreen to evergreen foliage. Each bloom features a yellow eye, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of brightness to the winter garden. Presented in a weathered terracotta pot, it makes a thoughtful gift or an effortless addition to any container garden or terrace display, where it adds light and interest throughout the colder months.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 1-2L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in) in 2-5 years
Features
notes
Hellebore niger Diva is a stunning, clump-forming perennial that produces large, upward-facing, white cup-shaped flowers above its semi-evergreen to evergreen foliage. Each bloom features a yellow eye, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of brightness to the winter garden. Presented in a weathered terracotta pot, it makes a thoughtful gift or an effortless addition to any container garden or terrace display, where it adds light and interest throughout the colder months.
Insights
Hellebores are a particularly pleasing addition to the garden as they are one of the only winter flowering plants, providing much needed colour on a gloomy day. They also offer a valuable source of nectar to foraging insects, especially bees, when little else is in flower.
Details
- Flowers: September – February
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained ericaceous (acidic) soil
- All aspects
- Full sun
- Sheltered
Care
- Supplied in weathered terracotta pot
- Protect from cold winds
- Harmful if eaten, may cause skin allergy
- Leave foliage to protect the young buds, but as the hellebore flowers, remove the old foliage to reveal the blooms, this looks attractive and helps to prevent disease. Top dress with fertiliser in the autumn.
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