Corsican hellebore (Helleborus argutifolius ‘Janet Starnes’) hel-LEB-or-us ar-goo-tih-FOE-lee-us Synonyms:  H. corsicus Genus:  Helleborus This perennial evergreen has white-speckled leaves with toothed edges. It produces abundant yellow flowers in late winter and early spring. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Variegation is most dramatic in shade, but the plant will tolerate more light. Propagation:  Sow seed in containers when ripe. H. argutifolius resents division. Problems:  Slugs, snails, aphids, black spot and leaf spot.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium to Wet Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Spring, Winter Foliage Color Evergreen Uses Beds and Borders Style Shade Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant, Frost Tolerant Type Perennials