Helleborus x hybridus 'Red Sapphire'
Best unique bloom for shaded garden enthusiasts.
This seed-grown hellebore boasts stunning double red-violet flowers that resemble camellias, appearing in late winter and early spring. Its evergreen foliage offers year-round appeal, and it's remarkably drought-tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits. Providing crucial nectar for early pollinators, it's a low-maintenance, versatile perennial for woodland gardens or containers.
$29.00
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color and interest in their winter landscape.
- Busy gardeners desiring beautiful, resilient plants with minimal ongoing effort.
- Homeowners with shaded garden beds needing reliable, attractive, year-round greenery.
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners expecting immediate, prolific flowering from new plants.
- Pet owners and parents prioritizing non-toxic plants for their garden spaces.
- Gardeners with challenging soil types not easily amended for plant health.
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Interest
Provides rare, vibrant color during the garden's dormant winter months.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, saving you from constant garden maintenance.
Maintenance Ease
Once established, this hardy perennial requires minimal ongoing care or attention.
Pollinator Value
Offers a crucial, early-season nectar source when other food is scarce.
Growth Rate
Slow development means patience is required for a full, mature display.
Versatility
Adapts well to woodland settings, containers, or as evergreen groundcover.
Key Specs
Zones
4a to 8b
Dormancy
Evergreen
Height
15 inches
Culture
Part Sun to Light Shade
Origin
Hybrid
Pot Size
3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)
Flower Color
Purple/Lavender, Red
Leaf Color
Green
Bloom Time
Spring, Winter
Deer Resistant
Yes
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