Overview
Helleborus 'Aubergine' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus 'Aubergine' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, woodland gardens and containers.
About
Helleborus 'Aubergine' is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Helleborus, known for its rhizomatous or semi-evergreen growth and palmate basal foliage. This evergreen cultivar thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered spots with fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It produces sizable, bowl-shaped blooms in late winter and spring, making it a valuable addition to borders, woodland gardens, or containers. Hardy to UK zone H6, it benefits from annual mulching and can be propagated by division or seed.
About the genus
Commonly known as hellebores, the Eurasian genus Helleborus consists of approximately 20 species of herbaceous or evergreen perennial flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae, within which it gave its name to the tribe of Helleboreae. Many hellebore species are poisonous.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helleborus
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Helleborus 'Aubergine' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Borders, woodland gardens, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helleborus 'Aubergine'
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helleborus 'Aubergine'?
Helleborus 'Aubergine' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus 'Aubergine' need?
Helleborus 'Aubergine' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus 'Aubergine' hardy in the UK?
Helleborus 'Aubergine' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Helleborus 'Aubergine'?
Division, seed.
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