Shades of Colour™

Merlot Winter Rose 180MM

Helleborus x glandorfensis 'Ice 'n' Roses' Merlot

I am Merlot Winter Rose. My family originated from Alpine Europe.

Habit Shrub - Showy Dark Red Blooms
Plant family Ranunculaceae
I am a hardy Winter Rose selected through years of selective cross breeding. I produce stunning deep merlot coloured blooms with contrasting bright yellow stamens. My bright blooms are a standout feature in the garden. My blooms are prolific and sit above rich deep green foliage also on red stems to great effect. I am a hardy long lived evergreen perennial. With my naturally rounded form I work well in shaded areas of the garden year-round. I am a good choice for pots and general container planting to brighten up a shaded balcony or paved areas. Low maintenance I am tolerant of dry conditions and light frosts.
Caution: Harmful if eaten/skin irritant
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Long flowering from late winter through to spring my dark red blooms stand above my foliage
An excellent cut flower my blooms can be enjoyed indoors either on my stems or floating in water
I tolerate dry conditions and am frost hardy
Features
Ideal light: Part ShadeI thrive in a cool semi shaded or shaded position but tolerate direct sun
Height: 0.5m Width: 0.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 50cm including pot)
Water needs: MediumMedium Water
I enjoy good drainage but am happy in most soils with heavy soils best improved with organic matter
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Deep Maroon flowers Green foliage Flowers Jul-Oct
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • In hanging baskets
Tips for success

I am very low maintenance but my appearance is improved by removing spent blooms and old foliage

Suggested spacing: 0.3m apart.

Part Shade (morning or filtered sun for 4-6 hours)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Merlot Winter Rose

Helleborus x glandorfensis 'Ice 'n' Roses' Merlot

Shades of Colour™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 180mm

Product code: HELIRM18S

Bunnings Fineline: 0924804

Barcode: 9319711055454

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.