Red Racer lenten rose
Helleborus 'Red Racer'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- Deep red to burgundy
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Red Racer' Lenten rose (Helleborus 'Red Racer') is a perennial for shade gardens, borders, winter interest, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade, average moisture, and loamy soil. It stays evergreen and grows 12 to 24 inches tall, with deep red to burgundy flowers from winter into spring. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Western sword fern, Wood lily, and Royal fern.