Corsican hellebore (Helleborus argutifolius) plant — close-up photo
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Corsican hellebore

Helleborus argutifolius

Overview

Corsican hellebore (Helleborus argutifolius) is a vigorous plant species native to the Mediterranean region. It produces deep green, glossy foliage and long-lasting, fragrant, pinkish-white flowers. It is a tough and hardy evergreen ideal for planting in a rock garden, where it will thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. The plant can also be grown in full shade, although it will form fewer flowers. Once established, it is a low maintenance plant and resistant to most insect pests and diseases. It can provide a dramatic accent to any garden with its dramatic foliage and blooms from winter through early summer.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Part shade, full shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 6-8.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, March, April, February, March, April, March, April, May, June, July, August, September.

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Propagation

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation

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