Ice N' Roses Red Hellebore
Best shade-loving perennial for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, year-round evergreen color.
Discover the Ice N' Roses® Red Hellebore, a captivating perennial from Monrovia that brightens cool-season gardens. Unlike traditional varieties, its blooms face outward and upward, offering a unique display. This evergreen plant provides year-round texture and color, reaching a mature size of 2 feet tall and wide. It thrives in shaded beds and containers, tolerating dry spells once established. For optimal growth, plant in rich, well-drained soil and enjoy its moderate water needs and striking red flowers.
$39.99
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Category Rank
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#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-9%
Below average
Family Name
Ranunculaceae
/ Ranunculaceae
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the dormant winter months
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant shade plants
- Landscapers prioritizing consistent, year-round garden structure and texture
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with sunny, exposed planting sites lacking shade
- Pet owners or parents concerned about toxic garden plants
- Indecisive gardeners who frequently rearrange their landscape beds
Performance breakdown
Bloom Visibility
Upward-facing flowers ensure the vibrant red color is never hidden.
Seasonal Versatility
Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure beyond the early spring bloom.
Drought Tolerance
Resilient once established, though it still appreciates consistent moisture.
Pest Resistance
Deer tend to bypass this variety, saving you garden maintenance headaches.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in filtered light where many other flowering perennials struggle.
Container Suitability
Compact growth habit makes it a perfect candidate for decorative pots.
Key Specs
Family Name
Ranunculaceae
Genus Name
Helleborus
Botanical Name
Helleborus x glandorfensis
Cultivar
Ice N' Roses® Red
Model Number
Helleborus x glandorfensis 'COSEH 4800' PP #28,296
Mature Height
2 ft
Mature Width
2 ft
Water Needs
Moderate
Features
- Unique outward and upward facing blooms
- Delightful cool-season bloomer
- Provides evergreen foliage interest
- Tolerates dry spells when established
- Ideal for shaded beds and containers
- Deer resistant
- Striking red flower color
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Ice N' Roses Red Hellebore, noting that the plants arrive healthy and establish quickly. The primary delight is the stunning, deep red color which provides essential winter interest when little else is blooming. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's robust nature and reliability, confirming its status as a premium, low maintenance choice for shade gardens. This hellebore delivers on its promise of early, vibrant color, making the investment worthwhile for dedicated gardeners seeking dependable performance.
Know before you buy
Most traditional hellebores have nodding flowers that face downward. The Ice N' Roses variety is distinct because its blooms face outward and upward, making the striking red color much easier to see and enjoy.
This hellebore is well-suited for both shaded garden beds and containers. Because it reaches a mature size of 2 feet tall and wide, ensure your container is large enough to accommodate its root system and provides excellent drainage.
Yes, the Ice N' Roses Red Hellebore provides evergreen foliage, meaning it keeps its green leaves throughout the winter. This makes it a great choice for adding texture and color to your garden even when other plants are dormant.
It thrives in filtered sun, partial shade, or partial sun. Avoid planting it in full, harsh afternoon sun, as it prefers the cooler, protected conditions found in shaded or dappled light environments.
Yes, this variety is deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern. However, no plant is completely deer-proof if food sources are scarce.
While it requires moderate water to get established, this plant is capable of tolerating dry spells once it is fully settled in your garden. For the best results, keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained during its first growing season.
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