Perennials
Helleborus × hybridus 'EPB 29'
Frostkiss Dorothy’s Dawn hellebore
Also known as: Dorothy’s Dawn Lenten rose · Frostkiss Dorothy’s Dawn
Pale pink blooms above leaves marbled green, cream and pink. Grow in humus-rich soil with drainage.
At a glance
- Sun
- Part shade
- Mature size
- 12–18 in. tall × 12–18 in. wide
- Water
- Moderate; evenly moist
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 5–8
- Bloom
- Pale pink; late winter–spring.
Sizes & prices
- #1$29.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Drought
- Water during extended dry spells.
- Wet soil
- Avoid waterlogged soil.
Keep in mind: Harmful if eaten; can irritate skin. Wear gloves when handling.
Growing & care
- Cleanup
- Remove damaged leaves; retain healthy foliage.
- Maintenance
- Do not pinch or strip healthy leaves; they support future flower buds. Remove damaged foliage selectively rather than cutting the whole plant down.
Sources & photo credits
Botanical name: Kew Science.
Photo: Ball Horticultural Company image library · Authorized promotional use
Image notes: Helleborus Frostkiss Dorothy's Dawn. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company. Resized, uncropped.
Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.