Helleborus HGC® Snow Roses® Collection
Elegant winter flowers in soft shades, perfect for brightening up shaded areas round your pond
Normally Available From: 2ltr - October to February
Bring year-round beauty to your garden with the HGC® Snow Roses® Collection - a standout group of hardy hellebores bred for strength, elegance and an exceptionally long flowering season. These evergreen perennials burst into bloom from early December to late March, with large, upright flowers in soft shades of white, cream, and pink. They’re perfect for adding winter colour around your pondside borders, shaded corners, or in containers near the house.
Unlike many winter-flowering plants, Snow Roses don’t mind a bit of sunshine and will happily thrive in sun or light shade. Their vigorous, upright habit and glossy green foliage make them a striking addition to gardens through all seasons. Snow Roses are low-maintenance, resilient and ideal for containers, borders or natural-style planting schemes.
Choose from five stunning varieties or a mixed pack – each sold as a pack of 3 x 2 litre potted plants:
- Frosty – A vigorous variety with large, creamy white flowers and strong upright growth. Elegant as a single specimen or in mixed borders - available from January.
- Ice Breaker® Ruby – Floriferous and early-flowering, with soft speckled pink blooms from November onwards. A tough, reliable choice for any spot - available from November.
- Shooting Star® – Creamy rose flowers with golden stamens appear just in time for Christmas. A festive and prolific variety, perfect for grouped planting - available from January.
- Monte Christo® – A silvery standout with blue-tinged foliage and cream blooms tinged with green and blush pink. Great for pairing with grasses and conifers - available from December.
- Snow Dance® – Charming cream to pale pink flowers with attractive marbled evergreen leaves. A decorative, easy-going variety for borders and pots - available from November.
Mixed Pack – A grower’s choice trio from the collection, perfect if you’d like a mix of tones and textures to brighten your winter garden - available from November to January.
Whether you’re planting around you pond, designing a winter-friendly border, or looking to add interest to containers, the Snow Roses Collection is the perfect way to enjoy colour and life in your garden all winter long.
Key Characteristics:
- Height 50cm to 60cm
- Spread: 60cm to 80cm
- Flower Colour: Shades of white, creamy yellow, soft pink, deep red and bicolour
- Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial
- Foliage: Glossy, evergreen, dark green leaves
Additional Information:
- Position: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Soil: Moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil
- Flowering Period: October to March (varies by variety)
- Hardiness: Hardy in most UK areas; tolerates -15°C to -10°C (H5)
- Supports Pollinators 🐝 | Nurtures Beneficial Insects 🐞
Please note our dates are subject to change as conditions may mean that our plants are not quite ready for you
Your Plant At Arrival
Your garden plant collection will arrive in sturdy pots along with a care card for guidance.
Simply follow the planting instructions provided with each plant to meet its specific needs, and water them thoroughly after planting.
Perennial Pot Measurements:
1ltr - Round pot
- Height - 11.5cm
- Base - 9.5cm
- Top - 13cm
2ltr - Round pot
- Height - 13.5cm
- Base - 12.5cm
- Top - 17cm
3ltr - Round pot
- Height - 15cm
- Base - 14cm
- Top - 18.5cm
4.5ltr - Round pot
- Height - 19cm
- Base - 14cm
- Top - 17.5cm
How to Grow
- Growing Instructions:
- Growing Tips:
Care & Maintenance
- Pruning: Remove faded flowers and old leaves in late winter or early spring to tidy the plant and reduce the risk of disease. This also encourages new foliage and flower growth the following season.
- Pests/Diseases: Generally trouble-free. Watch for aphids, vine weevils, and black spot on older leaves. Frogs and toads often found near ponds help manage pests like slugs naturally. Keeping the area clean and spacing plants well will help reduce fungal problems.
Ordering, Shipping & Returns
What is a Pre-Order?
Pre-ordering reserves a plant that is still growing and not yet ready to ship. Payment is taken at checkout to secure your plant, and shipping happens once the plant is well-rooted and ready.
Ordering Tip!
Many customers prefer to place two separate orders when ordering early in the season.
- One for plants available now.
- One for pre-order plants.
This ensures there are no delays, and you can enjoy your ready now plants sooner.
Shipping Prices
Plant Orders:
- Standard Delivery: £6.00.
- Large Orders (e.g., 30L Waterlilies): Pallet delivery, cost based on weight and postcode (email for a quote).
Highlands & Islands:
- Small Orders (<1.8kg): £6.00.
- Standard Orders (>1.8kg): £25.00.
Soil & Gravel:
Additional charges for multiple bags may apply. Email for a quote if not calculated at checkout.
Container Ponds:
Shipping starts at £30. Prices are calculated at checkout.
Note: We cannot currently ship to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland or Europe.
Read More about delivery prices
Couriers & Delivery Schedule
Couriers Used:
Royal Mail, APC, DX and Parcel Force, and Pallet Delivery services (for large orders and 30L plants).
Shipping Schedule
- Aquatic Plants: Dispatch Schedule varies dependant on season.
- Garden Plants: Dispatched twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
If you need any help, please email us - info@plantsforponds.co.uk
Returns
Unpacking Your Plants
When your plants arrive, please unpack them carefully:
- Plants are packed in protective plastic bags. Check if any stems, leaves, or flowers are stuck to the inside of the bag before removing it.
- Gently peel off any stuck parts before removing the plant to prevent damage.
- Minor soil displacement or damage to leaves/stems during transit is normal and won’t affect the plant’s recovery.
If you’re concerned about your plants, take photos and email us, and we’ll assist you.
Damaged or Incorrect Items
If your plants or items arrive damaged, or you’ve received an incorrect item:
- Take clear photos of the packaging and damaged items.
- Email us with your order number (starting PFP) and the photos.
We’ll resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Returns of Plants/Molluscs (Non-Faulty)
Due to the perishable nature of plants and molluscs, we are unable to accept cancellations or returns for these items. If you are unhappy with your plant or mollusc, please take photos and email us with your order number (starting PFP).
For more details about returns and our full policy, please visit our Returns Policy
Pondside planting
Plants Delivered with Care Across the UK
Based in Hertfordshire, we ship plants across the UK, ensuring they reach you in tip-top condition to enhance your pond with vibrant, healthy greenery. Supporting a small, local business like ours means getting a personal touch – no big teams, no call centres, just real, knowledgeable help from people who care.
