Common name: Hellebore 'Star of Passion'

Description: This striking hellebore cultivar produces distinctive star-shaped flowers in deep purple to burgundy shades with contrasting lighter centres and prominent golden stamens. The unique flower form, with its pointed petals, sets it apart from typical cup-shaped hellebores, creating an almost exotic appearance. Flowering from late winter through to mid-spring, the blooms are held on sturdy dark stems above attractive evergreen foliage. The flowers gradually mature and age gracefully, maintaining interest over many weeks. This is an excellent choice for adding drama and sophistication to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or containers, where the distinctive flower shape can be appreciated up close.

Other benefits: winter to spring flowering, unique star-shaped flowers, evergreen foliage, long-lasting blooms, excellent for cutting

Wildlife attraction: bees, early pollinators

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 0.4m x 0.5m

Position: partial shade to full shade; benefits from shelter from cold winds

Soil pH: adaptable to most soils; performs best in neutral to alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering required; prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil; dislikes waterlogging

Winter hardiness: very cold hardy to -20°C