General Description | An early-flowering perennial with medium pink flowers that have an anemone-style centre that is crowned with a tuft of yellow stamens. |
Shape | Mounded habit. |
Landscape | Excellent for containers or shade gardens. |
Propagation | Propagate by division. |
Cultivation | Grows best in partial shade in a deep, moist, well-drained soil. Generally best left undisturbed after planting, as the roots transplant poorly and may take years to recover and bloom again. |
Pests | Susceptible to leaf spot (Coniothyrium hellebori), especially if planted in a heavy clay soil. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description | Leaves are dark green, thick and leathery. |
Flower Description | Medium pink flowers that have an anemone-style centre that is crowned with a tuft of yellow stamens. |