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Helleborus x hybridus 'Double Ellen Picotee' (Ships in Spring
Lenten Rose
Helleborus ‘Double Ellen Picotee’ features fully double blooms in creamy white to soft blush, each petal edged with a fine raspberry‑pink picotee. The layered flowers appear in late winter to early spring, rising above evergreen foliage and bringing refined color when the garden is still waking up. Its compact, clump‑forming habit suits shaded borders, woodland paths, and early‑season plantings. In part to full shade with moist, well‑drained soil, it becomes a long‑lasting highlight of the late‑winter garden.
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Growing and Maintenance Tips for Helleborus x hybridus 'Double Ellen Picotee' (Ships in Spring
Planting: Plant in early spring or fall. Set bare roots with the crown just at soil level and space 12 to 18 inches apart. Soak roots for 3–6 hours before planting if dry.
Location: Partial to full shade is ideal—under deciduous trees or in woodland borders. Protect from harsh winter winds and intense summer sun.
Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0). Enrich with compost or leaf mold.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment. Once established, hellebores are drought-tolerant but appreciate occasional deep watering in dry spells.
Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 4–9. Evergreen in mild climates; foliage may die back in colder zones but regrows in spring.
Fertilization: Apply compost or a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again after flowering.
Pruning: Remove old or damaged leaves in late winter before new growth emerges. Deadhead spent blooms to tidy the plant.
Propagation: Divide clumps in early spring or fall. Avoid disturbing mature plants unless necessary.
Pest & Disease: Generally pest-free. Watch for aphids and black spot in humid conditions.
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