Ivory Prince Lenten Rose

Helleborus x 'Walhelivory'

$49⁹⁹

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Ivory Prince Lenten Rose highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Helleborus x 'Walhelivory'
Growing Zones

3-8
Mature Height

12 - 18 inches
Mature Spread

12 - 15 inches
Sun Exposure

Full Shade
Moisture

Medium
Soil

Well Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Fragrant

No
Pruning Time

Late Winter
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring

Growing Zones 3-8

Find Your Growing Zone!

Outward-Facing Flowers Ivory Prince Lenten Rose

Welcome Flowers in Very Early Spring
Showy Purple-Red Flower Buds
Gorgeous Ivory Blooms Show Hints of Light Chartreuse and Blush-Pink
Easy to Study These Outward-Facing Flowers
Use as Lovely Cut Flowers
Handsome Dark Green Foliage is Deeply Lobed with Silver Veining
Shade Loving
Upright Form
Compact, Healthy Cultivar
Cold-Hardy and Carefree
Deer Rarely Bother This Plant

Winter-hungry eyes are so eager to search for signs of spring, aren't they? Gift yourself an early blooming beauty that you'll cherish for years and years.

Place spectacular Ivory Prince Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'Walhelivory' PP# 16199) in a high-profile spot! This perfectly appointed Hellebore is compact and shorter than others...and is also incredibly floriferous!

You be enthralled as you track the progress of the burgundy-pink buds that open to front-facing flowers. Unlike most other drooping Hellebores, Ivory Prince has creamy blooms that are held up proudly on reddish stems.

They tell a wonderful garden story around the marriage of strength and tenderness. Blooming when the air is still frosty, these vigorous, waxy flowers bring an ethereal look to your early spring landscape.

The dark buds open to ivory, and as the petals age become spotlit by light pink and green tones. These cunning flowers draw your attention time and time again!

Even the shiny evergreen foliage is very pretty. Deeply lobed leaves remain leathery and green all year for a fantastic accent.

Ivory Prince Lenten Rose is an English complex hybrid with a nice upright form. The blooms last for months in a sheltered spot, as it will put up with just about anything Mother Nature throws at it.

They're even resistant to deer and rabbits. Once well-rooted, they display tolerance for periodic drought.

Don't miss your chance to own the very popular Ivory Prince Lenten Rose. We'll sell out of our limited inventory quickly, so please place your order right away.

How to Use Ivory Prince Lenten Rose in the Landscape

Although they'll perk up your shady areas with steadfast color all year...no one grows Lenten Rose for the leaves. Sure, they are shiny and interesting and bring a soothing sophistication.

But it's the cup-shaped, creamy-white flowers people really crave, isn't it? Create a star feature of your early garden with several planted together in a grouping.

Space them 10 inches apart for a tight composition. Let them decorate the base of a tall Witch Hazel shrub near your patio or entryway.

Or, plant that shade-loving grouping at the end of a garden path to create a fun destination after a late winter walk. They'll also be exquisite as a patio container plant!

Ivory Prince Lenten Rose breathes new life at the shaded base of mature evergreen trees. With their hardy nature, they are very useful as part of a woodland garden planting.

Try underplanting them beneath deep-rooted deciduous trees such as Oaks, Redbuds or Crabapples. Include many dozens of early spring-flowering bulbs from Snowdrops to Crocus to Daffodil, Hyacinth and Tulip for a fancy Spring Garden!

This classy variety makes a very thoughtful gift plant for the gardener in your life. You'll get a bang out of how excited they'll be about this special cultivar...and about how fast they'll think of the perfect place to tuck it into their garden.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Plant Ivory Prince in full shade to partial shade where it receives no more than four hours of sunlight a day. It loves rich, well-drained soil, so include Nature Hills Root Booster and a few handfuls of compost during planting.

Although these are tough plants, we do recommend a moderate amount of water on a regular basis for the best results. This is especially during the first year and when the plants are kept in containers.

Lenten Roses are easy to care for. Trim back last year’s foliage in the late winter, watching out for this year's flower buds.

Hellebores are beautiful, tenacious and long-lived. This outstanding cultivar is one of the best...order Ivory Prince Lenten Rose today!

Ivory Prince Hellebore

This would look great in my flower garden

Hi Kelly,

Thank you so much for sharing your enthusiasm for the Ivory Prince Lenten Rose! It truly is a stunning addition to any flower garden with its elegant blooms and evergreen foliage. If you’re considering planting it soon, a spot with partial shade and well-drained soil will help it thrive beautifully through the seasons. Also, once established, it’s quite low-maintenance and rewards you with charming winter-to-spring color!

If you’d like, we have some detailed planting guides and care tips on our site that can make your gardening experience even more enjoyable. And of course, feel free to reach out anytime with questions—we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Ivory Prince Hellebore

This would look great in my flower garden

Hi Kelly,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback about the Ivory Prince Lenten Rose! We're delighted to hear that you think it would look great in your flower garden—it truly is a beautiful, elegant addition that brings lovely pops of soft color as it blooms.

If you’re planning where to plant it, Ivory Prince hellebores thrive in partial shade and well-drained soil; they’re also excellent for adding winter interest since their blooms often appear when little else is flowering. If you haven’t planted hellebores before, feel free to check out our care guide on the NatureHills website for tips to help your Lenten Rose flourish.

Please reach out anytime if you have questions about planting or caring for it—we’re here to help!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Lenten Rose - My favorites!

The Hellebore plants are FAST becoming my all-time favorite plants! They stay beautiful year round - evergreens! Their blooms are always great to see early in the year - even with snow on the ground (I live in east TN). They do great here. I have dug the young ones that come up around the mature plants and transplanted them in the spring with no problems. I absolutely love these plants!

Hello 3doxiemom,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Ivory Prince Lenten Rose! We're delighted to hear that these hellebores have become your all-time favorites—they truly are special plants that brighten gardens even in the coldest months. Your tip about digging up and successfully transplanting the young offshoots in spring is fantastic, and a great way to expand your collection naturally.

Since your hellebores thrive in East TN, you might also enjoy mulching around them to help retain soil moisture during warmer months. Additionally, if you’re ever interested in complementary shade-tolerant plants to accompany your hellebores, feel free to reach out—we’d be happy to provide suggestions suited to your growing zone and garden style.

Thank you again for your thoughtful review and for welcoming hellebores into your garden around the year!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Lenten Rose - My favorites!

Hi 3doxiemom,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Ivory Prince Lenten Rose! It’s truly heartwarming to hear how these evergreen beauties have found such a special place in your garden and your heart. Your ability to successfully transplant the young plants is fantastic, and a testament to how resilient—and rewarding—hellebores can be.

Since East Tennessee still surprises with some late cold snaps, a mulch layer around the plants in winter might help protect their roots and preserve moisture, though it sounds like yours are thriving wonderfully already. For continued success, keep an eye out for any spotted leaf blight in wet seasons, just to keep those blooms glassy and vibrant.

We’re so glad hellebores are shining bright in your garden during those snowy early season days—thank you for your passion and for planting with such patience! If you ever want tips on companion plants for these shade-loving wonders, feel free to reach out.