Overview
Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus 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 odorus subsp. cyclophyllus is a clump-forming, evergreen herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Helleborus in the Ranunculaceae family. This plant develops palmate basal foliage and produces sizable, bowl-shaped blooms in late winter or spring. It thrives best in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations with fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, and containers, and benefits from annual mulching. Propagation can be achieved through 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 odorus subsp. cyclophyllus 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 odorus subsp. cyclophyllus
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus?
Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus need?
Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus hardy in the UK?
Helleborus odorus subsp. cyclophyllus 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 odorus subsp. cyclophyllus?
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 'Double Fantasy' (d)
