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HELLEBORUS orientalis 'Blue Lady'
Commonly known as Lenten rose
Blue or dark purple flowers
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EvergreenOverwintering, leathery, deep green basal leaves to 40cm (16in) long, each with 7-9 elliptic leaflets
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetBlue to dark purple
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Height45-60cm (18-24in)
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Spread45-60cm (18-24in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Flowers 5-7cm (2-3in) across.
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Partial shadeOr dappled shade.
HELLEBORUS orientalis 'Blue Lady'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowAttractive to insects. Ideal position is under deciduous trees where flowers can bloom unshaded and plant is then sheltered from the sun throughout the year.Pests & DiseasesSnails, aphids, leaf spot, black rotPlace of originGarden origin. Gisela Schmiemann, Cologne, Germany
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSpringWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.Neutral to alkaline soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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45-60cm (18-24in)
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
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