Overview
Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (d) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (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 'Farmyard double primrose' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. This cultivar features evergreen foliage and produces sizable, bowl-shaped blooms in late winter or spring. It thrives in partial shade with a north-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring 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. Cultivation involves annual mulching and propagation 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 Farmyard double primrose (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 Farmyard double primrose (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 Farmyard double primrose (d)?
Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (d) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (d) need?
Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (d) hardy in the UK?
Helleborus x hybridus Farmyard double primrose (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 Farmyard double primrose (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)
