{"product_id":"col-add-hel-chr-hea-plan","title":"Hellebore (Winter Rose) – Evergreen Winter-Flowering Perennial (Pre-Planted Heart Planter)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHellebore, also known as the winter rose or Lenten rose, flowers from midwinter into early spring, when very little else in the garden is in bloom. This one arrives already planted in a decorative heart-shaped planter, ready to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nodding, outward-facing flowers are a deep crimson-purple, often with spotted or veined petals. The leathery, divided leaves stay green through the winter, so the plant keeps its shape and interest when the border is bare. Early bees on mild winter days will visit the flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHellebores like partial to full shade and a sheltered spot, in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. They are fully hardy and do well in containers, so the plant suits a porch, a patio or a shady corner. The planter is for decorative display only. Once flowering has finished, the hellebore can be moved into a border or a larger container, where it will thrive for many years. Hellebores are harmful if eaten and the sap can irritate skin, so wear gloves when handling and cutting back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare is simple. Water during dry spells, especially in a container, and make sure the planter drains well. Remove old, tatty leaves in late winter before the new growth and flower buds appear, and feed with a slow-release fertiliser in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hellebore, Winter Rose, Lenten Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helleborus x hybridus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 30-45cm tall and 30-45cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-forming, low-growing evergreen perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, woodland gardens, containers, shady spots, winter interest displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green, leathery, divided leaves that last through the winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwinter to early spring (December to April)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson-purple, often with spotted or veined petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade, sheltered from harsh winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low, tidy old leaves in late winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter and early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy evergreen perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Verdant Living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68098303754460,"sku":"COL-ADD-HEL-CHR-HEA-PLAN","price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2455\/8300\/files\/file_f7d4f83b-bc5f-4aa4-bb57-79442a8f2aad.jpg?v=1794092742","url":"https:\/\/www.verdant-living.co.uk\/products\/col-add-hel-chr-hea-plan","provider":"Verdant Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}