Camelot® Lenten Rose

The Camelot® Lenten Rose PP#23,772 (Helleborus x ballardiae 'Coseh 940') is a dazzling evergreen perennial known for its nodding, cup-shaped blooms in creamy white to soft blush pink, often brushed with green and accented by a central burst of golden stamens.

This hybrid cross between Helleborus lividus and Helleborus niger produces flowers in late winter to early spring, bringing much-needed color when most plants are still asleep. Not to mention the needed nectar resource for early emerging pollinators. Its leathery, deep green foliage is evergreen, adding structure and texture to the garden year-round. The blooms are long-lasting, lightly fragrant, and make excellent early-season cut flowers.

This compact grower reaches just 1-2 feet tall and wide, forming a tidy, clumping mound. Thick, leathery, palmate leaves stay glossy and dark green through all seasons (in warm, frost-free climates), resisting deer and rabbits. The flowers emerge on strong stems above the foliage, each bloom facing slightly outward and lasting for weeks, even in cold weather. After flowering, the spent blooms fade to green and can remain attractive well into summer.

Key Features

Native to Europe, Hellebores have been treasured for centuries for their winter blooms and rugged hardiness. In folklore, they were considered symbols of serenity and protection.

• Evergreen perennial with late winter to early spring blooms
• Creamy white to blush pink flowers with golden centers
• Hybrid of H. lividus x H. niger
• Deer and rabbit resistant
• Compact 1-2 foot tall and wide habit

Landscaping Uses

Perfect for adding early-season color to shade gardens, the Camelot® Lenten Rose's compact size makes it versatile in borders, under trees, or in containers. It is particularly valued in woodland gardens, shady borders, and container displays.

• Woodland gardens and shady borders
• Containers for winter and early spring interest
• Mass plantings for a carpet of early blooms
• Mixed perennial beds for evergreen texture

Care & Maintenance

The Camelot® Lenten Rose thrives in USDA Zones 5-9 and is perfect for shaded or partially shaded spots in gardens across a wide range of climates. This evergreen perennial is cold-hardy, low-maintenance, and shade-loving, thriving in humus-rich soils.

• Planting Time: Fall or early spring for best establishment
• Sun Requirements: Partial to full shade; tolerates morning sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, rich in organic matter; tolerates clay as long as it is well-drained
• Moisture Needs: Moderate; Finger Test recommended
• Arborist Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch to maintain moisture and regulate temperature
• Fertilization Needs: Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer; compost is beneficial
• Pruning Info: Remove old or damaged foliage in late winter before new growth appears; deadhead spent blooms for tidiness
• Division Info: Rarely needs division, but can be divided in early fall if necessary
• Special Perks/Growing Needs:
• Resistant to deer, rabbits, and most pests
• Long-lived perennial
• Tolerates cold, humidity, and urban pollution

Blooming Into Camelot

If you want an evergreen perennial that will dazzle in the coldest months, the Camelot® Lenten Rose is your garden’s knight in shining armor. Its blooms bring hope to winter-weary gardens, while its foliage provides year-round beauty. Order your Camelot® Lenten Rose today and start enjoying its magical winter blooms from !