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Stinking Hellebore
Helleborus foetidus
Price comparison:
£8.10 – £12.50
From 3 UK retailers
Reaching around 45cm, Stinking Hellebore is a fully hardy perennial flowering from January to March. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 45cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jan,feb,mar
Wildlife
🐝 Vital early bee food
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Prices from 3 retailers across 2 pot sizes
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Prices last checked: 21 Oct 2026
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| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £8.10Checked 21 Oct | 9cm | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
Size: 9cm
| McLarens Nurseries Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week | £12.50Checked 27 Oct | 2L | View at McLarens NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
McLarens Nurseries
Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week
Size: 2L
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£12.99Checked 26 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Prices last checked: 21 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching around 45cm, Stinking Hellebore is a fully hardy perennial flowering from January to March. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Helleborus foetidus
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jan,feb,mar
Mature Height
45cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stinking Hellebore cost in the UK?
Stinking Hellebore prices in the UK range from £8.10 to £12.50 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £8.10 for a 9cm pot at Claire Austin Hardy Plants. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Stinking Hellebore online in the UK?
You can buy Stinking Hellebore from 3 UK nurseries including Claire Austin Hardy Plants, McLarens Nurseries, Thompson & Morgan. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Stinking Hellebore?
The scientific name for Stinking Hellebore is Helleborus foetidus.
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