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Helleborus × ericsmithii 'Molly’s White Frostkiss' is a stunning evergreen perennial that produces elegant white blooms with a hint of green, beautifully contrasting against its marbled foliage. This variety is an excellent choice for adding winter and early spring interest to shady gardens and containers.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 18-24 inches with a spread of 18-24 inches, forming a dense, clumping habit.
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in part sun to shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and patio containers.
- Water Requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during dry spells.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 5-9, providing reliable cold-weather blooms.
- Bloom Time: Blooms from late winter to early spring, producing large, outward-facing white flowers that mature to a soft green. The long-lasting blooms are perfect for brightening up winter landscapes.
- Foliage: Evergreen, with deep green leaves featuring silver marbling, providing year-round texture and beauty.
- Pruning: Requires minimal pruning. Remove spent blooms and damaged foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for shaded garden beds, borders, woodland plantings, and containers.
- Soil Preparation: Prefers humus-rich, well-draining soil. Amend with compost if necessary to improve drainage and fertility.
- Planting: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant at the same depth as in its container, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for healthy growth and airflow.
- Watering: Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the first growing season. Once established, water as needed, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fun Fact:
Hellebores, also known as "Christmas Roses" or "Lenten Roses," are prized for their ability to bloom in cold months when few other plants do. 'Molly’s White Frostkiss' is part of the Frostkiss® series, known for its striking foliage and long-lasting flowers that provide beauty throughout the year.