Overview
Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) 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 niger 'Double Fantasy' is an evergreen, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Helleborus, known for its rhizomatous or semi-evergreen growth and palmate basal foliage. This cultivar produces sizable, bowl-shaped blooms in late winter or spring, adding interest during these seasons. It thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations with fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for borders, woodland gardens, and containers, it benefits from annual mulching and can be propagated by division or seed.
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 niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) 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 niger 'Double Fantasy' (d)
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d)?
Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) need?
Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) hardy in the UK?
Helleborus niger 'Double Fantasy' (d) 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 niger 'Double Fantasy' (d)?
Division, seed.
More in the Helleborus genus
- Helleborus argutifoliusholly-leaved hellebore
- Helleborus foetidusstinking hellebore
- Helleborus foetidus 'Chedglow Variegated' (v)
- Helleborus foetidus 'Green Giant'
- Helleborus foetidus 'Red Silver'
- Helleborus foetidus 'Sienna'
- Helleborus lividus subsp. lividus
- Helleborus niger 'Nell Lewis'
