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Helleborus orientalis Solar Velvet

  • Early blooms brighten winter-weary borders
  • Thrives in shaded, woodland-style settings
  • Compact growth suits mixed borders
  • Low maintenance with minimal pruning
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Helleborus 'orientalis Solar Velvet' creates a stunning early spring display with its elegant blooms emerging as winter fades. Supplied as a growing plant, ensuring robust establishment in your garden. It produces charming flowers that herald the season and brighten shaded areas.
Pot sizes explained

At Newlands Nursery we grow and sell plants in a variety of different sizes, from small starter plants up to planted containers. 

We know it can be tricky to picture the size of each plant. This page gives you an idea of the size of the plants we are sending out.

Please keep in mind that plants vary from one season to the next. The size of the plant refers to the pot or plug it is grown in, rather than the height of the plant, unless specifically mentioned on the plant page. 

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Starter Plant (Plug Plant)

Plug Size: 2cm by 4cm. Our most popular size. This is often the most economical way of buying plants and is a great way to get a head start on the season. Generally this size is best to be potted up before planting out.

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Jumbo Plug

Plug Size: 6cm by 7cm. A fantastic alternative to a 9cm pot and saves on plastic too. The plants in this size are well established and give you a head start. This size is perfect for planting straight into containers and baskets as well as the garden.

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9cm pot

Pot size: 9cm by 9-10cm. This size hold some well established plants, some of which maybe around 1 year old. We sell most of our ranges in this size and most of the plants sold in this size, are established enough to be planted straight outside.

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13cm or 1 litre pot

Pot size: 12-13cm by 12-15cm Currently our largest size of plant, with the exception of our planted containers. Many of our House Plants are available in this size, as well as some special collections and varieties.

    Helleborus orientalis Solar Velvet
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    Helleborus orientalis Solar Velvet - Plant information

    Size: Grows to approximately 30cm tall with a spread of 40cm, forming a neat clump.

    Position: Thrives in partial to full shade, ideal for woodland gardens and shaded borders.

    Feeding etc: Apply balanced fertiliser in early spring. Minimal pruning needed; remove old foliage after flowering.

    Care: Plant in well-drained soil and avoid waterlogging. Mulch to protect roots in winter. Remove old leaves to encourage fresh growth.