Helleborus argutifolius 'Janet Starnes'

Description

This variegated version of the Corsican Hellebore originated in S. Oregon in a garden owned by its namesake. It is a handsome variegation, with the trifoliate, evergreen leaves along stems to 2 ft. brightly marbled in tones of creamy white, while producing large heads of lime-green flowers in mid-winter. Though H. argutifolius is a plant for full-sun situations, a bit of protection from the hottest part of the day is in order for this, as the leaves may burn. Partial shade in sharply drained soil. Limited quantities.