Species hellebore

hellebore

Helleborus 'Brushstrokes Strain'

Hellebore 'Brushstrokes Strain' is a unique and eye-catching perennial flower. An evergreen, it produces clusters of white flowers with dramatic deep-purple spots from late winter to early spring. Its thick, leathery, deep green foliage resists deer and is long-lasting. Hellebore prefers partial to full shade, and a moist, but well-draining soil. It can thrive in zone 4 to 8 and grows 12-18 inches tall and wide. Hellebore 'Brushstrokes Strain' is a stunning specimen with unique features, perfect for shaded garden beds, containers, and woodland edges.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Purple, pink, red, yellow and green Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow,white

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

This hellebore species should be watered once weekly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between watering. During the hottest months in the summer, increase watering to twice a week. When the weather is cooler in the winter months, decrease watering to every other week (or every 3 weeks if the soil is very well draining). Make sure to check the soil moisture before watering; if the soil is still moist, wait until it is drier before watering again.

sunlight

Hellebore 'Brushstrokes Strain' should receive plenty of indirect sunlight and at least 4-6 hours of bright, indirect light in order to thrive. While it may require less light in the winter, it should still receive a few hours of indirect light each day. Additionally, the plant should be kept out of direct sunlight for most of the day, as direct sunlight can cause leaf burn or cause the blooms to fade. In brighter rooms, it may benefit from a sheer curtain to help filter the light and keep it in the indirect zone.

pruning

Hellebore 'Brushstrokes Strain' should be pruned once a year, typically in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Make sure to cut off any dead leaves, stems, flowers, and seeds. To promote thicker, more compact growth, prune the plant lightly, removing no more than 1/3 of the overall growth, focusing on the oldest stems first. Removing old stems encourages the development of new stems that will produce fuller, bushier plants. Be sure to use pruning shears or scissors to keep the cut clean and sharp for the health of the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering

Helleborus 'Brushstrokes Strain' typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

Starts Flowering

Helleborus 'Brushstrokes Strain' typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

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