Helleborus x ericsmithii Viv Wanda, 4L
Hellebore x ericsmithii Viv Wanda is a clump forming perennial, notable for its colour changing flowers. Buds are soft pink and open to reveal creamy white blooms, which turn pink as the season progresses, held above glossy, evergreen foliage. This vigorous variety has a strong growth spurt so is ideal or large pots or woodland borders.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 4L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in) in 2-5 years
Features
Hellebore x ericsmithii Viv Wanda is a clump forming perennial, notable for its colour changing flowers. Buds are soft pink and open to reveal creamy white blooms, which turn pink as the season progresses, held above glossy, evergreen foliage. This vigorous variety has a strong growth spurt so is ideal or large pots or woodland borders.
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.
- Flowers: November - January
- Hardy
- Well drained soil
- All aspects
- Partial sunlight
- Sheltered
- 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.