Ice N’ Roses Red Hellebore
Helleborus x glandorfensis ‘Ice N’ Roses Red’Ice N’ Roses® Red Hellebore is a captivating evergreen perennial that adds early-season drama and structure to shaded gardens. Known for its large, bold, deep red blooms, this modern hellebore hybrid elevates winter and early-spring landscapes with flowers that rise elegantly above its glossy foliage, ensuring maximum visibility and long-lasting impact. Unlike traditional nodding hellebore varieties, Ice N’ Roses® Red blooms are oriented outward, giving gardeners a full view of each flower’s rich color, veining, and detailed center, creating a dramatic visual effect even when viewed from a distance.
Blooming from late winter into early spring, this hellebore provides weeks of striking color when few other perennials are in flower, making it a cornerstone for shade gardens and transitional seasonal displays. Its evergreen foliage (leathery, dark green leaves with subtle veining) remains attractive year-round, adding texture and structure to beds, borders, and container plantings. Ice N’ Roses® Red can also serve as a reliable underplanting for larger shrubs and trees, filling in shady areas with color and evergreen interest during the garden’s quieter months.
Mature plants reach 12–24 inches tall and wide, forming tidy clumps that are perfect for mass plantings or individual specimen displays. Its garden versatility makes it equally effective in woodland-style plantings, foundation beds, shaded borders, and patio containers. Ice N’ Roses® Red is deer- and rabbit-resistant, cold-tolerant, and relatively easy to care for, rewarding gardeners with consistent bloom performance year after year.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Choose a site with filtered light, partial shade, or partial sun. Avoid hot, direct afternoon sun.
Soil: Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Hellebores dislike standing water but appreciate even moisture.
Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish the root system, then water during dry spells; established plants tolerate occasional dry periods in shady settings.
Fertilizing: Apply a structured, acid-friendly fertilizer after bloom to support foliage and future blooms.
Mulching: Protect roots by spreading a thick layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Pruning: Remove old, faded foliage in spring before new growth begins to improve appearance and reduce disease risk.
Spacing: Space plants 18–24″ apart to allow airflow and room for mature growth.
Maintenance: Monitor moisture, mulch annually, and remove old foliage to keep clumps tidy.
Beyond its ornamental appeal, Ice N’ Roses® Red Hellebore provides valuable early nectar and pollen for bees and other beneficial pollinators, helping to support local ecosystems while brightening the garden. Its combination of striking red flowers, evergreen foliage, and low-maintenance nature make it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and resilience in a shade-loving perennial.
