Overview
Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (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 x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) is a clump-forming, evergreen herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Helleborus in the Ranunculaceae family. These plants develop palmate basal foliage and produce sizable, bowl-shaped double blooms in late winter or spring. They thrive in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered spots with fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for borders, woodland gardens, and containers, they are hardy to UK zone H6 and benefit from annual mulching. Propagation is 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 x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (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 x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (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 x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d)?
Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) need?
Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (d) hardy in the UK?
Helleborus x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (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 x hybridus Barnhaven hybrids, double (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 'Double Fantasy' (d)
