Hellebore ‘Dashing Groomsmen’ – The Winter Beauty

The Hellebore ‘Dashing Groomsmen’, also known as the Lenten Rose or Winter Rose, is a captivating perennial plant that brings life to your garden during the dormant winter months. Its unique slate gray to dark purple, double flowers provide a welcome splash of color when most other plants are still asleep. This Helleborus variety, part of the WEDDING PARTY® Series, is known for its vigor and abundant blooms. Thriving in partial to full shade, it’s the perfect addition to woodland gardens or shaded borders.

This Hellebore arrives in a 5.25″ pot with a well-developed root system, ensuring a strong start in your garden. Unlike smaller starter plants, our ‘Dashing Groomsmen’ is ready to be planted directly into your desired location. Enjoy its benefits, including early spring blooms, shade tolerance, and low-maintenance care. It naturalizes well in moist, woodland settings and adds a touch of elegance to any landscape.

The ‘Dashing Groomsmen’ Hellebore provides a long bloom time, typically lasting six weeks or more, beginning in late winter. Its flowers are approximately 3″ in diameter and feature a unique double bloom. This perennial plant typically reaches a height and spread of 18-24 inches, making it a great option for ground cover or along borders. Hellebores are known for their deer resistance, making them an excellent choice for gardens prone to deer browsing.

Key Benefits:

• Early Blooms: Enjoy flowers in late winter to early spring.
• Shade Tolerance: Thrives in partial to full shade.
• Deer Resistance: Keeps deer away from your precious blooms.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to care for and maintain.
• Well-Rooted Plant: Get a head start with a robust root system.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How big will the ‘Dashing Groomsmen’ Hellebore get? It typically grows to a height and spread of 18-24 inches.
2. What type of soil is best for Hellebores? They prefer well-draining soil with a neutral pH.
3. How much sun does this plant need? ‘Dashing Groomsmen’ thrives in partial to full shade.
4. When is the best time to plant Hellebores? Spring or Fall are ideal planting seasons.
5. How often should I water my Hellebore? Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.