Ice N' Roses Bianco Hellebore
Best low-maintenance perennial for shaded, deer-prone woodland gardens.
Brighten shaded gardens with the Ice N' Roses® Bianco Hellebore, an impressive hybrid that greets spring with unique blooms facing outward and upward. This evergreen perennial offers delightful cool-season color, making it a wonderful addition to woodland gardens or lightly shaded beds. It matures to a manageable size, providing year-round interest with its lush foliage. For best results, ensure it receives partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil. This hellebore is a beautiful, low-maintenance choice for adding enduring charm to your landscape.
$24.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-10%
Below average
Mature Height
2
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the dormant winter months
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant shade plants
- Landscapers needing reliable evergreen structure for year-round appeal
Who should skip it
- Planners who prefer the flexibility to relocate or divide perennials
- Viewers wanting upward-facing blooms for easy appreciation
- Pet owners and parents of small children needing non-toxic plants
Performance breakdown
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in woodland settings where most flowering plants struggle for light.
Maintenance Effort
A low-touch perennial that requires minimal intervention once established in soil.
Seasonal Longevity
Evergreen foliage provides structural interest long after the spring blooms fade.
Pest Resistance
Deer tend to bypass this variety, protecting your garden investment.
Bloom Visibility
Upward-facing flowers ensure the white petals are easily enjoyed from above.
Drought Tolerance
Handles dry spells well, though consistent moisture yields the best growth.
Key Specs
Mature Height
2 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Needs
Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Early Spring
Hardiness Zone
5
Growth Rate
Medium
Foliage Color
Green
Flower Color
White
Features
- Outward and upward facing blooms
- Impressive cool-season bloomer
- Evergreen foliage for year-round interest
- Tolerates dry spells once established
- Suitable for woodland gardens
- Suitable for containers
- Deer resistant
- Drought tolerant
What customers say
The Ice N' Roses Bianco Hellebore consistently impresses with its exceptional quality and robust health upon arrival. Gardeners admire its striking design, particularly the beautiful, early white blooms that bring vital color during the dormant season. This plant establishes with ease and reliably returns each year, proving its superior hardiness. It is a highly valued addition for adding winter interest to any garden, offering both beauty and dependable performance.
Know before you buy
Yes, unlike many traditional hellebore varieties that have nodding, downward-facing flowers, this hybrid is specifically bred to display its blooms facing outward and upward, making them much easier to enjoy.
This variety is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, hellebores are generally avoided by deer due to their bitter taste and leathery foliage.
Absolutely. Its manageable 2-foot size and evergreen foliage make it an excellent candidate for containers, provided you use a well-draining potting mix and keep it in a spot with partial shade.
It is a low-maintenance perennial. Once established, it is quite hardy and even tolerates occasional dry spells, though it performs best when the soil remains consistently moist.
Yes, it features lush, green foliage that remains throughout the year. This provides consistent structure and color in your garden even when the plant is not in its early spring bloom cycle.
Partial shade typically means the plant should receive a few hours of morning sun followed by shade in the afternoon. Avoid planting it in areas with intense, direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
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