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double hellebores

Double hellebores are enchanting winter-blooming perennials that add both structure and subtle colour to shaded gardens across New Zealand. Famed for their lush, ruffled blooms with layers of petals, these captivating plants deliver early season interest just when other flowers are yet to emerge. From cottage borders to woodland edges, double hellebores are cherished for their graceful form, shade tolerance, and resilience in New Zealand’s diverse climate.

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Helleborus 'Yellow Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Yellow Hybrid' is a beautiful evergreen perennial that produces soft yellow flowers through winter and early spring, bringing welcome colour to the garden when few other plants are in bloom.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 45 cm
Spread: 45 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Helleborus 'Apricot Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Apricot Hybrid' is a charming evergreen perennial that produces elegant apricot toned flowers through winter and early spring. Its long flowering season and attractive foliage make it an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, cottage gardens, and decorative containers throughout New Zealand.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Helleborus 'Pink Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Pink Hybrid' is a delightful evergreen perennial that produces elegant pink flowers through winter and early spring when colour is most...

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Helleborus 'White Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'White Hybrid' is a beautiful winter flowering perennial that produces elegant white blooms above lush evergreen foliage. It provides...

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Helleborus 'White Magic' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'White Magic' is a stunning evergreen perennial that produces masses of elegant white flowers through winter and early spring. Its long...

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Hedera helix 'Needlepoint' creeping stems with green foliage.
Hedera helix 'Needlepoint'

Hedera helix ‘Needlepoint’ is a refined evergreen ivy featuring small, deeply lobed leaves with a delicate, pointed shape. This compact and elegant...

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Chaenomeles 'Double Take Orange'

Chaenomeles 'Double Take Orange' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its spectacular display of large, double orange flowers. The vibrant blooms...

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Philadelphus virginalis

Philadelphus virginalis is a beautiful deciduous shrub admired for its masses of highly fragrant double white flowers that appear during late spring...

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Stunning Wisteria 'Black Dragon' purple and pink flowers.
Wisteria 'Black Dragon'

Wisteria ‘Black Dragon’ is a spectacular flowering climber renowned for its double deep violet purple flowers that hang in dramatic cascading...

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Dianthus Memories

Dianthus Memories is a scented variety of Carnation that features masses of double, white, highly fragrant flowers. These stunning flowers are...

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Hibiscus 'Jeanne D Arc'

Hibiscus 'Jeanne d'Arc' is a graceful flowering shrub admired for its large pure white double blooms that bring elegance to New Zealand gardens...

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Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

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Prunus Ichiyo

Prunus 'Ichiyo' is a stunning cherry tree known for its large, double pink blossoms that bloom profusely in mid to late spring. This deciduous tree...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Helleborus 'Spectrum Double' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'Spectrum Double' is a striking evergreen perennial renowned for its fully double flowers that brighten the garden through winter and...

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Helleborus sternii 'Clifton' (Hellebore)

Helleborus sternii 'Clifton' is an outstanding evergreen perennial valued for its attractive blue green foliage and elegant green to pink flushed...

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Helleborus argutifolius (Corsican Hellebore)

Helleborus argutifolius (Corsican Hellebore) is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its bold serrated foliage and clusters of lime green...

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Helleborus 'Conny' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Conny' is a beautiful evergreen perennial prized for its elegant winter and early spring flowers, lush foliage, and dependable garden...

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Helleborus 'Apricot Blush' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Apricot Blush' is a beautiful evergreen perennial grown for its elegant apricot flushed blooms that brighten the garden through winter...

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Hemerocallis 'Double River Wye' yellow flowers.
Hemerocallis 'Double River Wye'

Hemerocallis 'Double River Wye' is a variety of the commonly known Day Lily and features very showy flowers. The impressive, lightly ruffled, double...

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Fuchsia 'Brookwood Belle'

Fuchsia Brookwood Belle is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double, white flowers with dark...

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Chaenomeles 'Double Take Scarlet' double, red flowers on a stem.
Chaenomeles 'Double Take Scarlet' (Flowering Quince)

Chaenomeles 'Double Take Scarlet' is a striking deciduous shrub valued for its masses of rich scarlet red double flowers that appear in late winter...

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Freesia Mixed pack of doubles

This mix features varieties that produce colourful, double flowers. The fragrant and showy blooms are borne on slender stems from spring above the...

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Chaenomeles 'Double Take Pink'

Chaenomeles 'Double Take Pink' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its spectacular display of large, double pink flowers. The abundant blooms...

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Argyranthemum 'Double Pink'

Argyranthemum 'Double Pink' is a beautiful flowering plant renowned for its masses of fully double pink blooms that provide exceptional colour over a...

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Rhodohypoxis 'Hope Double Pink' elegant flowers above fine green foliage.
Rhodohypoxis 'Hope Double Pink'

Rhodohypoxis ‘Hope Double Pink’ is a stunning compact perennial prized for its fully double pink star shaped flowers that bloom continuously from...

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Helianthemum Double Pink (Rock Rose)

Helianthemum 'Double Pink' is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its masses of double pink flowers and compact spreading growth habit. Flowering...

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Daffodil 'Double Fashion'

Daffodil 'Double Fashion' is a vibrant double flowering daffodil that produces rich golden yellow petals with a frilled centre. The full layered...

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Daffodil Mixture of doubles

This mix of our favoured Daffodil varieties with double flowers has been selected to give a good spread of flowering. The showy blooms are borne on...

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Bacopa 'Double Blue'

Bacopa 'Double Blue' is a charming trailing plant admired for its masses of double blue flowers that create a colourful display from spring through...

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Potentilla Double Red

Potentilla 'Double Red' is a compact deciduous shrub admired for its rich double red flowers and long flowering season. This hardy plant produces...

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Helleborus 'Yellow Hybrid' (Hellebore)

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What Makes Double Hellebores Special?

Unlike their single-petalled counterparts, double hellebores display intricate blossoms with multiple rows of overlapping petals. This creates a full, almost rose-like effect that stands out in a winter garden. Blooms appear in various colours, from creamy whites to apricots and deep pinks. Many gardeners value double hellebores for their long-lasting flowers, which often persist for weeks, offering essential nectar for early pollinators.

Popular Double Hellebore Varieties

Choosing the right double hellebore can be a delightful challenge, with so many stunning options available. For those seeking dramatic, multi-petalled flowers, the Helleborus Spectrum Double (Winter Rose) stands out, providing a gorgeous blend of shades. If you prefer a bold speckled centre, Helleborus Conny (Hellebore) offers remarkable visual interest throughout late winter and early spring.

Gardeners who lean toward lighter hues will adore Helleborus White Tutu (Hellebore); its dense, double white blooms are a striking addition to any shaded spot. For a touch of warmth, the soft tones of Helleborus Apricot Hybrid (Hellebore) and the cheerful Helleborus Yellow Hybrid (Hellebore) both light up winter garden beds.

Growing Double Hellebores in New Zealand

Double hellebores thrive in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. While they favour dappled to full shade, they tolerate morning sun and suit woodland plantings or the foot of deciduous trees. Plant them where you can enjoy their blooms in winter, such as near a patio or pathway. Top-dress with compost each spring, and let their tough, evergreen foliage add year-round texture. Double hellebores are also resistant to deer and tolerate colder temperatures, making them a reliable performer in varied New Zealand conditions.

Using Double Hellebores in the Garden

Plant double hellebores in drifts or mix them with early-flowering bulbs for continuous winter cheer. Their refined flower forms pair beautifully with contrasting textures like ferns or ornamental grasses. For borders, pots, or naturalistic plantings, double hellebores never fail to turn heads while providing much-needed interest during the colder months.

Where to Buy Double Hellebores

If you’re eager to add elegance and winter colour to your garden, browse our selection of double hellebores, including the beautiful Helleborus Spectrum Double (Winter Rose), distinctive Helleborus Conny (Hellebore), elegant Helleborus White Tutu (Hellebore), and the uniquely hued Helleborus Apricot Hybrid (Hellebore) and Helleborus Yellow Hybrid (Hellebore). Discover how these winter gems can transform your shady patch into a thriving, colourful haven.

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