Lenten Rose 'Black Diamond' | Winter Jewels Hellebore | Evergreen Shade Perennial | Black Blooms | Deer Resistant | 1 Gallon Pot

Lenten Rose 'Black Diamond' from the acclaimed Winter Jewels® Series is an elegant evergreen perennial prized for its dramatic, near-black blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering in late winter to early spring, this stunning hellebore provides rich color when most of the garden is still dormant.

Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and beneath deciduous trees, Black Diamond is exceptionally long-lived, deer resistant, and easy to grow. Its evergreen foliage offers year-round interest, making it a standout specimen for shade gardens.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Helleborus 'Black Diamond'
• Series: Winter Jewels®
• Common Names: Lenten Rose, Christmas Rose
• Life Cycle: Evergreen Perennial
• Flower Color: Deep Purple to Near Black
• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green
• Plant Height: 12–15 inches
• Bloom Season: Late Winter to Early Spring
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–8
• Characteristics: Evergreen, Deer Resistant, Early Bloomer, Shade Loving

Uses

• Woodland gardens
• Shade borders
• Under deciduous trees
• Cottage gardens
• Winter interest gardens
• Container plantings

Care Tips

• Plant in rich, well-drained soil amended with compost or leaf mold.
• Prefers partial shade with protection from hot afternoon sun.
• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
• Remove old foliage in late winter to highlight emerging blooms.
• Mulch annually to maintain moisture and improve soil quality.