Hellebore, Lenten Rose 'Royal Heritage Strain'

Helleborus

Family
Ranunculaceae (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Helleborus (hel-eh-BORE-us)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Danger
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
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Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Light Shade
Fruit Shape
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Fruit Size
Pale Pink
Pink
Rose/Mauve
Magenta (pink-purple)
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Coral/Apricot
Green
Pale Green
White/Near White
Cream/Tan
Fruit Colors
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Mid Winter
Growing Habit
Deciduous
Smooth
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
By dividing the rootball
Disease Resistance
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
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Growth Rate
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Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Roswell, Georgia

Carbondale, Illinois

Newburgh, Indiana

Hebron, Kentucky

Uxbridge, Massachusetts

East Tawas, Michigan

Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Lebanon, Missouri

Alexander, New York

Newburgh, New York

Cincinnati, Ohio

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Wynnewood, Pennsylvania

Knoxville, Tennessee

Dallas, Texas

Kerrville, Texas

Charlottesville, Virginia

Roanoke, Virginia

Olympia, Washington

Seattle, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
3
neutrals
1
negative
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Eden Prairie, MN (Zone 4b) | May 2023 | positive

I have this planted in the most challenging spot in our yard: the parking strip, not far from a mature, large tree in our front yard.
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The Hudson Valley, NY (Zone 5b) | July 2011 | positive

If you have a deer problem then Helebores are the new Hostas.

The flowers on "Royal Heritage" are a bit dull but the folia...Read More

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Roanoke, VA | May 2011 | positive

Mine are all pale green, too, but they do a great job of filling in where the peonies leave off in winter. Their dark green leaves by my...Read More

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Lebanon, MO | October 2010 | negative

It was the third year before they bloomed and when they did finally, they were all a pale whitish-green color. The information on the we...Read More

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Wynnewood, PA (Zone 7a) | March 2010 | neutral

For a time this was the only hybrid strain one could get. Now that there are so many improved strains, this one is not recommended. It ...Read More

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Deer Park, TX (Zone 9a) | June 2007 | neutral

Do you think I could raise them in Texas?
Well, I gonna try. Received new plants yesterday.
Information I looked up says : ...Read More

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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

(For info. purposes only).
Botanical Name: Helleborus Royal Heritage
Growing Zones: 4 - 8
Sun Exposure: Shade-Part ...Read More

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