Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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Helleborus
'Double Ellen Purple'
hybrid Lenten rose
Helleborus 'Double Ellen Purple' is a show of winter and early spring elegance, with its rich, double blooms in shades of deep purple that verge on black. Each flower is adorned with creamy yellow stamens that peek out like tiny golden torches, creating a striking contrast against the dusky petals. Helleborus 'Double Ellen Purple' forms a neat, evergreen clump of dark green foliage, making it a reliable and sculptural presence in borders, containers, or shaded corners. Its long-lasting blooms provide a sense of drama that draws the eye, offering a touch of sophistication when the garden is otherwise quiet.
Beyond its stunning flowers, Helleborus × hybridus 'Double Ellen Purple' is a versatile plant that blends beautifully with both spring bulbs and evergreen companions. The deep tones of Helleborus 'Double Ellen Purple' are ideal for pairing with lighter flowers, providing a visual anchor that enhances any planting scheme. Its compact growth habit ensures it works well in smaller gardens as well as larger landscapes, giving structure and colour when it’s most needed. Helleborus 'Double Ellen Purple' brings depth, elegance, and a hint of mystery to the garden, making it a must-have for anyone seeking a late winter or early spring highlight. Plant it in well-drained soil and watch this dramatic hellebore take centre stage.
Quantity
Plant profile
Plant calendar
Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
- Helleborus × hybridus 'Double Ellen Purple'
- Flower colour
- Deep purple, near-black
- Established height
- 30-50cm
- Established spread
- 20-30cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant size
- 1
- Plant spacing
- 9 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Damp
Free draining - Soil type
-
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost
Sand
Chalk - Suitable for
-
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
-
Harmful if eaten
Mildly skin-irritant - Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Perfect for pots
Pollinator-friendly
Great for shade
Perennial
Fully hardy
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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