Overview
Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) 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, commonly called Christmas rose or black hellebore, is an evergreen perennial flowering plant in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. It is one of about 20 species from the genus Helleborus.
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 niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) 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 HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR)
- 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 HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR)?
Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) need?
Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Helleborus niger HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR) 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 HGC Jesko ('Coseh 1000'PBR)?
Division, seed.
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- Helleborus purpurascens 'Pluto'Christmas Rose
- Helleborus x hyb. 'White Spotted'Hellebore
- Helleborus × sterniiStern's hybrid hellebore
- Helleborus colchicusChristmas Rose
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