Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Red' (Double purple Lenten rose) — H35 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Christmas rose and the Lenten rose? The Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) blooms white as early as November, while the Lenten rose (Helleborus orientalis) blooms later, from February to April, in a wide range of colors.
Can a hellebore be planted in the shade? Yes, the Lenten rose grows well in partial shade as well as shade, under trees or against a north-facing wall.
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CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌸 Double flowers with three rows of petals • 🍷 Purple-burgundy edged in white • 📅 Flowering from February to April • 🌘 Partial shade to shade • ❄️ Hardy to -34 °C • 🌿 Evergreen foliage
Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Red' is a double-flowered Lenten rose from the Double Ellen® series developed by Ellen Akerboom at the Nachtvlinder nursery in Ter Aar. European horticultural selection (the Netherlands), it is one of the few shade plants in the catalogue to flower in late winter, beneath trees or against a north-facing wall.
Its flowers have three rows of almost round petals, purple-burgundy marbled with white along the edges, whereas most hellebores have only one. They open from February to late April depending on the weather, on upright 30 to 35 cm stems, above divided evergreen foliage.
Which hellebore should you choose?
Nine hellebores in the catalogue, taking turns throughout the winter:
- Lenten rose 'Double Ellen Red' (this plant) — double purple-burgundy flowers, from February to April. The most intense.
- Christmas rose 'Christmas Carol' — single pure-white flowers, from late October to March. The earliest.
- Christmas rose 'Diamonfire' — single cream-white and green flowers with dusty pink undertones, from December to March. The most vigorous, in bouquets on red stems.
- Hellebore 'Angel Glow' — single frosted-pink flowers that turn deep pink and green, from December to March. The flowers with the most changing hues.
- Lenten rose 'Dacaya' — single medium-pink flowers striped with burgundy, from February to April. The most flowering, supplied as a large clump.
- Lenten rose 'Double Ellen Pink' — double pale pink flowers speckled with purple, from February to April. The most nuanced.
- Lenten rose 'Double Ellen White' — double snow-white flowers, from February to April. The brightest in the shade.
- Majorca hellebore 'Purple Marble' — single cream-green flowers washed with purple, from January to April. Cream-marbled blue-green foliage.
- Silver 'Silver Dollar' Hellebore — single cream-green flowers with yellow centres, from February to April. The most silvery foliage.
Christmas roses and Lenten roses, such as Angel Glow, withstand intense cold; hellebores with marbled or silvery foliage are best chosen for a sheltered balcony.
Exposure & position
The Lenten rose comes from woodlands: it prefers dappled light, tolerates deep shade and mainly fears the scorching summer sun on its foliage.
- Exposure: partial shade or shade, with filtered light ideal.
- Position: at the foot of a tree, against a north-facing wall, in a shady courtyard, along a terrace.
- Hardiness in a pot: down to -34 °C — it stays outdoors all winter.
- Soil type: moist, rich in humus and well drained, neutral to alkaline.
Hellebore flowers face the ground: raised in a pot or placed on top of a low wall, you can finally see their centres.
Watering & care
Hellebores like cool conditions but not stagnant water: checking the substrate with your finger before watering prevents excess, and a pot that stays waterlogged eventually causes suffocated roots.
- Watering: moderate — keep the substrate fresh in spring and summer, and greatly reduce watering in winter.
- Water: tap water is suitable.
- Fertiliser: apply organic fertiliser in autumn.
- Pruning: cut the old leaves at the base in December-January, before the buds emerge.
- Repotting: rarely — hellebores settle in for years and do not like being moved.
Wear gloves when pruning: hellebore sap can irritate the skin.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its purplish burgundy is a rare colour in late winter: it brightens a shady spot where nothing else is flowering yet, and choosing neighbours according to the exposure ensures a display that lasts all year.
- For a woodland arrangement, pair it with a Korean Fern — the same exposure, and its fine, evergreen foliage takes over visually after flowering.
- For a bright contrast, plant a Carex 'Ice Dance' at its feet — its cream edging brightens the dark burgundy of the flowers.
- For staggered flowering, place a Laurier-tin 'Eve Price' next to it — evergreen, its pale pink winter flowers complement the purple of the hellebores.
- To enhance the pot, choose the Capi Nature Groove taupe pot — a warm, light shade that brings out the burgundy, whereas a black pot would dull it.
Cut and floated in a bowl of water, the double hellebore flowers make a spectacular table decoration that lasts for several days.
Verdeia tips
- Remove the old leaves in January: they hide the buds and may develop black spots. Cut at the base, they allow the double flowers to bloom in full view.
- Leave it outdoors: the Lenten rose needs cold to flower and can withstand temperatures down to -34 °C. Our advice on cold-hardy plants explains how to protect the roots in a pot during severe frost.
- Don't move it: once established, it forms a fuller clump each year but does not tolerate being transplanted well.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Red'
- Common name: Lenten rose, Oriental hellebore
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Origin: horticultural selection from Europe (the Netherlands)
- Delivery dimensions: H35 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
- Habit: upright clump
- Mature height: 30 to 35 cm
- Flowering: from February to the end of April, double burgundy-purple flowers
- Exposure: partial shade to shade
- Watering: moderate, without excess
- Soil type: cool, humus-rich and well-drained, neutral to alkaline
- Hardiness: down to -34 °C
- Foliage: evergreen, divided, dark green
- Care: easy
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested by animals and children; all parts of the plant are toxic
- Decorative style: Cottage garden / Woodland / Patio
Each plant is unique: the number of flowering stems and the exact shade of purple naturally vary depending on the season and growing conditions.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
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What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
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Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.