Common name: Hellebore 'Glenda's Gloss'

Description: This stunning hellebore from the celebrated Rodney Davey breeding programme produces large, glossy flowers in beautiful shades of rose-pink with an almost lustrous sheen. The outward-facing blooms appear from late winter through to mid-spring, each petal displaying a polished, glossy surface that catches the light magnificently. The flowers often feature attractive deeper veining and picotee edges that add depth and complexity. The blooms are complemented by handsome evergreen foliage with distinctive silvery marbling that provides year-round ornamental value. This is a particularly vigorous selection that produces abundant flowers and increases reliably to form substantial clumps over time. The glossy finish and rich pink tones make this especially desirable for adding sophistication to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or winter containers. This is an exceptional choice for hellebore collectors seeking superior garden performance combined with outstanding beauty.

Other benefits: winter to spring flowering, glossy rose-pink blooms, marbled decorative foliage, very vigorous, evergreen structure, excellent for cutting

Wildlife attraction: bees, early pollinators

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 0.4m x 0.5m

Position: partial shade to full shade; benefits from shelter from cold winds

Soil pH: adaptable to most soils; performs best in neutral to alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering required; prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil; dislikes waterlogging

Winter hardiness: very cold hardy to -20°C