Helleborus foetidus 'Red Silver' Strain (Red Silver Bear Claw Hellebore)

Part Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-9 30" tall Origin: Western Europe

This seed strain of Helleborus foetidus is the hottest H. foetidus introduction in years. H. 'Red Silver' popped up in the garden of Ernie and Marietta O'Byrne, probably as a cross of H. 'Sopron' and H. 'Wester Flisk'. For us, H. 'Red Silver' holds its pewter leaf color well through the summer, although it will always be brightest in spring. In addition to the attractive foliage, the 30" tall flower spikes are highlighted by red petioles and the typical green flowers are usually highlighted by a red ring around the rim. Keep in mind this is a seed strain and there is some variability in the offspring. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)