Helleborus x iburgensis 'Pippa's Purple' | Pippa's Purple Lenten Rose
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus × iburgensis 'Pippa's Purple' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. This cultivar was developed by English hybridizer Rodney Davey. It features large, purple-pink flowers with deep burgundy speckles, held upright and outward on dark purple stems. The prominent yellow stamens at the center add a bright contrast to the richly colored petals.
A distinguishing characteristic of 'Pippa's Purple' is its marbled foliage, with deep green leaves overlaid with silver-mauve mottling. This variegated foliage provides year-round interest, even when the plant is not in bloom. Additionally, 'Pippa's Purple' is deer resistant, making it a durable choice for gardens prone to wildlife browsing.
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus × iburgensis 'Pippa's Purple' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. This cultivar was developed by English hybridizer Rodney Davey. It features large, purple-pink flowers with deep burgundy speckles, held upright and outward on dark purple stems. The prominent yellow stamens at the center add a bright contrast to the richly colored petals.
A distinguishing characteristic of 'Pippa's Purple' is its marbled foliage, with deep green leaves overlaid with silver-mauve mottling. This variegated foliage provides year-round interest, even when the plant is not in bloom. Additionally, 'Pippa's Purple' is deer resistant, making it a durable choice for gardens prone to wildlife browsing.
DESCRIPTION
Helleborus × iburgensis 'Pippa's Purple' is an evergreen perennial that blooms from late winter into early spring. This cultivar was developed by English hybridizer Rodney Davey. It features large, purple-pink flowers with deep burgundy speckles, held upright and outward on dark purple stems. The prominent yellow stamens at the center add a bright contrast to the richly colored petals.
A distinguishing characteristic of 'Pippa's Purple' is its marbled foliage, with deep green leaves overlaid with silver-mauve mottling. This variegated foliage provides year-round interest, even when the plant is not in bloom. Additionally, 'Pippa's Purple' is deer resistant, making it a durable choice for gardens prone to wildlife browsing.
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Width: 18 to 24 inches
Foliage color: Dark green with silver marbling
Flower color: Smoky pink with burgundy flecking
Bloom time: Late winter to mid-spring
Light requirements: Partial shade to full shade; can tolerate full sun in milder climates if roots are kept cool
Water requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning after flowering if necessary
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators; deer and rabbit resistant
