Re: re:what to plant with Hellebore
Shelia,
Your suggestions to Val would look great together, but I'm not sure how
practical that combo would be. When I think hellebores, I think, part
shade, rich, moist, well-drained. When I think about artemisia it's sun,
average, well-drained soil. Ditto for perovskia, but make it a little
drier.
To be really successful at gardening, we all need to really think about the
plants that we are grouping together. We will all have more exuberant
gardens if we plant according to the plants needs, not our needs.
Try the hellebores at the feet of shrubs (P.J.M. Rhododendron's leaves would
provide a nice contrast) or plants amongst snow drops, crocuses, species
tulips, primroses, etc. Something like Kahonechloa macra 'Aureola' (a
variegated grass with a weeping nature) would look stunning behind
hellebores. They have the same cultural requirements. The yellow of the
grass would draw the eye to that part of the garden forcing you to look at
both plants together. Add some yellow bulbs or primroses and presto chango,
you have an interesting composition.
Hope that helps a bit.
Ginny (zone 6 in PA)
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