Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Picotee' - 2026

Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Picotee' is an evergreen perennial admired for its double flowers with white petals edged in deep pink that bloom from late winter into early spring, providing early-season colour and interest. The glossy, dark green foliage forms a dense clump, adding structure and texture to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mixed perennial plantings. Its flowers attract early pollinators, enhancing ecological value while offering long-lasting ornamental appeal.

Thriving in partial shade to full shade with moist, well-drained soil, Helleborus orientalis 'Double Ellen Picotee' is low-maintenance and hardy. Removing old leaves in late winter and cutting back spent flowers helps maintain a tidy appearance. Resilient and robust, this cultivar is ideal for naturalistic plantings or underplanting beneath trees and shrubs.