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Lenten Rose Black Diamond, Helleborus 'Black Diamond', belongs to the Winter Jewels™ Series. A prize to treasure, this helleborus has a bold slate purple to near black blossom that measures 2 212 inches across. The petals of Helleborus 'Black Diamond''s foliage emerges purple in the early spring and matures to a beautiful shade of green. 'Black Diamond' is insectdisease resistant and tolerant of heat and humidity. It often flowers during the Christian season of Lent, from which it gets its common name, Lenten Rose. Helleborus is a hardy, easy to grow perennial that thrives in a partially sunny to full shade location and are great companions to hosta. They are tolerant of heat and humidity. Helleborus are enjoyable to grow because they are low maintenance and diseasepest free. As with many ornamental perennials, adequate soil preparation is the key to long term health and vigor. Helleborus are deep rooted, stout plants, and are well known for their thick, shiny green foliage. Trim back last year's foliage in the spring.
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