Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Champion' | Winter's Bliss Lenten Rose
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Champion' is a winter-blooming perennial known for its showy, cup-shaped flowers that range from creamy white to soft pink. These blooms appear in late winter to early spring, offering a burst of color when little else is in bloom. The plant features evergreen foliage with leathery, dark green leaves that provide year-round interest in the garden.
Part of the Helleborus Gold Collection® (HGC), 'Champion' was bred for its strong, reliable performance and impressive floral display. It is a hybrid cultivar developed through the work of hellebore expert Eric Smith, who aimed to create plants with superior garden performance. This cultivar is ideal for shaded areas, where its elegant flowers brighten the garden through the winter months, offering both beauty and hardiness in colder climates.
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Champion' is a winter-blooming perennial known for its showy, cup-shaped flowers that range from creamy white to soft pink. These blooms appear in late winter to early spring, offering a burst of color when little else is in bloom. The plant features evergreen foliage with leathery, dark green leaves that provide year-round interest in the garden.
Part of the Helleborus Gold Collection® (HGC), 'Champion' was bred for its strong, reliable performance and impressive floral display. It is a hybrid cultivar developed through the work of hellebore expert Eric Smith, who aimed to create plants with superior garden performance. This cultivar is ideal for shaded areas, where its elegant flowers brighten the garden through the winter months, offering both beauty and hardiness in colder climates.
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus x ericsmithii HGC 'Champion' is a winter-blooming perennial known for its showy, cup-shaped flowers that range from creamy white to soft pink. These blooms appear in late winter to early spring, offering a burst of color when little else is in bloom. The plant features evergreen foliage with leathery, dark green leaves that provide year-round interest in the garden.
Part of the Helleborus Gold Collection® (HGC), 'Champion' was bred for its strong, reliable performance and impressive floral display. It is a hybrid cultivar developed through the work of hellebore expert Eric Smith, who aimed to create plants with superior garden performance. This cultivar is ideal for shaded areas, where its elegant flowers brighten the garden through the winter months, offering both beauty and hardiness in colder climates.
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 1.5 to 2 feet
Width: 1.5 to 2 feet
Foliage color: Deep green, glossy, evergreen leaves
Flower color: White with soft pink markings
Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
Light requirements: Partial to full shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove old leaves in late winter to reveal blooms
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts early pollinators such as bees
