#1 Hellebore Winer Jewels Black Diamond

Latin Name: Helleborus 'Black Diamond' Height: 16 - 18 inches Spread: 18 - 24 inches Sunlight: Part Sun; Part Shade; Full Shade Bloom Time: March to May Hardiness Zone: 5-8 Description: Black Diamond has large single flowers that are typically near black but could also show shades of slate grey, burgundy, and red. Foliage emerges purple before maturing to green. Due to its early bloom time (which might be as early as February), it is often seen blooming when snow is on the ground. This hellebore is an ideal plant for a woodland shade garden. Foliage can be evergreen in mild winters.  Attracts: Bees Other Names: Lenten Rose; Winter Rose