Eastern Hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee' P9

Eastern Hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee' (Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Picotee') – An elegant perennial with contrasting flowers

Eastern hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee' (Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Picotee') is a unique hellebore variety, characterized by double, two-colored flowers with contrasting edges. Perfect for shady corners of the garden, it brings elegance and color from late winter to early spring.

Unique features of the eastern hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee'

• Height: The perennial grows up to 30–45 cm, forming dense clumps of dark green, leathery leaves.
• Flowers: Double, creamy white or pale pink, with purple or dark pink edges, they bloom from February to April.
• List: Decorative, durable all year round, they are an attractive background for flowers.
• Immunity: Frost resistant, ideal for the Polish climate.

Growing Hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee'

• Position: Semi-shaded or shady, sheltered from strong winds.
• Substrate: Fertile, humus, permeable, alkaline or neutral.
• Care: It is worth avoiding excess water and regularly removing faded flowers for a better appearance of the plant.

Application of 'Double Ellen Picotee' hellebore

• Discounts: An excellent choice for winter and spring beds, especially in shady parts of the garden.
• Under the trees: Ideal for planting under trees and on the edges of paths.
• Compositions: Goes well with ferns, bergens and other shade-loving plants.
• Containers: Possibility of growing in pots, which allows the plant to be moved during the flowering period.

Seasonal interest in hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee'

• Winter and early spring: Showy, two-colored flowers add charm to the garden when most plants are not yet blooming.
• Summer and autumn: Decorative, durable leaves complement shady beds throughout the season.

Decoration of your garden

Eastern hellebore 'Double Ellen Picotee' is an ideal plant for gardeners who want to add elegance and colour to their garden in the coldest months. Its unique flowers and hardiness make it irreplaceable in shady plant compositions.

Plant Specification

• Flower pot: 0.5 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes