Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
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An early flowering, semi-evergreen, clump forming perennial with divided, leathery, dark green foliage and branched stems rising above with dangling cup-shaped, delicate soft violet and pink single flowers in winter and early spring.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus (Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus)
- Genus
- Helleborus
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen · Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus
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Helleborus orientalis subsp. abchasicus care guide
- Consistently mild moist soil, avoid heavy waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Consistently mild moist soil, avoid heavy waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak balanced feed monthly autumn and spring growth
Pruning
PruningCut back to the ground brown or dead foliage in late winter when flower buds start to develop
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division in autumn
Growing
GrowingPrefers a humus-rich, fertile, and moisture-retentive soil in partial shade but will tolerate full sun. Protect from strong, cold winds and mulch with a layer of well-rotted organic matter in autumn. See hellebore cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to hellebore leaf spot and hellebore black death
Pests
May be susceptible to hellebore aphid, hellebore leaf miner and snails
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