RedCrocus Helleborus × ballardiae HGC 'Jasper' White Christmas Rose – Evergreen Shade Perennial, Winter-Blooming, Deer Resistant, Pollinator, Container Friendly Live Plant 6"
RedCrocus Helleborus × ballardiae HGC 'Jasper' White Christmas Rose – Evergreen Shade Perennial, Winter-Blooming, Deer Resistant, Pollinator, Container Friendly Live Plant 6"
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Helleborus Jasper White Christmas Rose
Description
A compact, evergreen hellebore with pristine white, outward-facing blooms that age to soft blush tones over glossy, leathery foliage. Flowering in the coldest months, it provides reliable winter interest and early nectar for pollinators. Clump-forming and long-lived, ideal for shaded beds and containers.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for winter containers, woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundation plantings, and as a front-of-border accent. Excellent for cutting or floating blooms in bowls for indoor display.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Helleborus × ballardiae HGC 'Jasper' -
Common Name: Jasper Christmas Rose; Hellebore -
Size & Growth: 12–18 in. tall x 18–24 in. wide; clump-forming, evergreen perennial -
Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–8 (heat tolerant to AHS 7–8 with shade and moisture) -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, leathery, palmate leaves; deep glossy green -
Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring (Dec–Mar, timing varies by climate) -
Growth Rate: Moderate; long-lived once established -
Light Requirements: Partial to full shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal; protect from hot afternoon sun -
Attracts Pollinators: Provides early pollen/nectar for bees and hoverflies in mild winter spells -
Indoor Friendly: Best outdoors; suitable for short-term indoor display in a cool, bright room only -
Container Friendly: Yes—thrives in 12"+ diameter containers with excellent drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes; also generally rabbit-resistant -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested; sap may irritate skin—keep away from pets and children -
Fragrant: Lightly fragrant in mild weather -
Cut Flower: Excellent; harvest when flowers are mature (sepals feel papery) for longest vase life or float blooms in water -
Grows Well With: Snowdrops, crocus, epimedium, pulmonaria, heuchera, ferns, carex, hosta, spring bulbs
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant with the crown at or just above soil level; space 18–24 in. apart. Choose a sheltered site with winter shade and good air flow. Avoid disturbing established clumps. -
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but never waterlogged; modest drought tolerance once established with mulch -
Soil Type: Rich, well-drained loam with added compost; pH neutral to slightly alkaline preferred (add lime if very acidic) -
Humidity: Average outdoor humidity is ideal; ensure good air circulation to minimize leaf spot in warm, humid climates -
Pruning Instructions: In late winter, remove tattered or diseased leaves before buds open. Deadhead if you wish to prevent self-seeding. -
Winter Care: Mulch lightly after the ground freezes to reduce heaving; protect from standing water and harsh wind. Leaves may scorch—trim as needed. -
Planting Depth: Do not bury the crown; set so growth points sit at the soil surface or 0.5 in. high to prevent rot -
Fertilization: Top-dress with compost in spring; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer after flowering if growth is light; avoid excess nitrogen -
Special Care: Hellebores resent transplanting—plant once, then leave undisturbed. Monitor for aphids, slugs, and leaf spot; remove affected foliage promptly.
