Overview
Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Helleborus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'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 x nigercors 'Mapada' PBR is an evergreen, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Helleborus genus. These plants develop palmate basal foliage and produce sizable, bowl-shaped blooms in late winter or spring. 'Mapada' thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations with fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is well suited for borders, woodland gardens, or containers. Cultivation involves annual mulching, and propagation can be achieved 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 nigercors 'Mapada'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 x nigercors 'Mapada'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 x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR?
Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR need?
Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR hardy in the UK?
Helleborus x nigercors 'Mapada'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 x nigercors 'Mapada'PBR?
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)
