perennial

Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose

Helleborus 'Ice N' Roses Red'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hellebores, or Lenten Roses, are cherished for their elegant flowers that bloom in late winter and early spring. They are tough, long-lived, evergreen perennials for shade gardens.

'Abcrd01' is part of the Ice N' Roses series, known for its vigor and upward-facing flowers. This cultivar features large, single flowers of a rich, deep red color that stand out against the dark green, leathery foliage.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides invaluable color and life to the garden in late winter and early spring when few other plants are in bloom. The leathery, evergreen foliage is attractive year-round.

Extremely deer and rabbit resistant, making it a reliable choice for woodland gardens. It is also drought-tolerant once established and very long-lived.

The early flowers are a crucial, early-season source of nectar and pollen for foraging queen bumblebees and other pollinators emerging from hibernation.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

21 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Very long-lived

Native To

Hybrid

Toxicity

All parts are toxic if ingested; can be a skin irritant.

Bloom period

Late winter – Mid-spring

In flower about 3 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a site in partial to full shade with rich, well-drained soil.
Amend soil with plenty of compost or leaf mold.
Dig a hole and plant so the crown is just at the soil surface.
Water well after planting and keep moist for the first year.
Mulch with leaf mold, keeping it away from the plant's crown.
Remove old leaves in late winter as flower buds emerge.

Pro Tip

In late winter, trim away the old, tattered foliage from the previous year to better display the emerging flowers and prevent disease.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Plant in a location with good drainage, especially in winter.
Amend soil annually with organic matter like compost.
Provide consistent moisture, especially during the first year and dry spells.

Don't

Do not plant the crown too deep, which can lead to rot.
Avoid waterlogged soils, as this is the quickest way to kill them.
Don't disturb the roots once established, as they resent transplanting.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Elegant winter feature in a shade borderWoodland garden specimen under deciduous treesSophisticated container planting for early color

Companion Plants

Pulmonaria Brunnera macrophylla Dryopteris erythrosora Epimedium Galanthus nivalis

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose questions

What zones can Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose grow in?

Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose deer resistant?

Yes — Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose bloom?

Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose typically blooms in late winter through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose need full sun?

Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose does best in part shade.

Is Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Ice N' Roses Red Lenten Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.