Lenten Rose 'New York Night' | Honeymoon Series Hellebore | Evergreen Shade Perennial | Live Plant | Fall 2026 Pre-Order

Lenten Rose 'New York Night' from the Honeymoon® Series is a stunning evergreen hellebore prized for its dramatic near-black to deep burgundy blooms that brighten the late winter and early spring garden when little else is flowering. Its elegant blossoms rise above handsome, leathery dark green foliage, creating months of color and year-round garden interest.

This long-lived, low-maintenance perennial thrives in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and beneath deciduous trees. Exceptionally cold hardy, deer resistant, and early blooming, 'New York Night' is an outstanding choice for adding rich color and texture to shade gardens.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Helleborus x hybridus 'New York Night'
• Series: Honeymoon® Series
• Common Name: Lenten Rose
• Plant Type: Evergreen Perennial
• Flower Color: Deep Burgundy to Near Black
• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green
• Mature Height: 12–15 inches
• Spread: 18–24 inches
• Bloom Season: Late Winter to Early Spring
• Growth Habit: Clump Forming
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Water Needs: Moderate
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

Why You'll Love It

• Dramatic near-black blooms
• Flowers during late winter and early spring
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty
• Excellent shade garden perennial
• Deer and rabbit resistant
• Long-lived and easy to grow
• Pollinator friendly
• Outstanding woodland garden plant
• Beautiful cut flowers for indoor arrangements

Perfect For

• Shade gardens
• Woodland gardens
• Under deciduous trees
• Cottage gardens
• Foundation plantings
• Mixed perennial borders
• Winter interest gardens
• Pollinator gardens
• Container plantings

Care Instructions

Plant in rich, fertile, well-drained soil amended with compost or organic matter. Grow in partial to full shade where plants receive winter sunlight and protection from harsh afternoon summer sun. Water consistently during establishment and mulch annually to retain moisture. Remove old foliage in late winter before new flowers emerge for the best appearance.