Description
Helleborus hel-eh-BORE-us
Hellebores, also known as Lenten Roses or Winter Roses, are evergreen perennials that provide early-season color and interest to gardens, blooming in late winter or early spring when other plants are dormant. They are known for their attractive, leathery foliage and a wide range of flower colors, including white, pink, purple and even black. Hellebores are low-maintenance, shade-tolerant, and resistant to deer and rabbits, making them a popular choice for many gardens. The showy parts of the flower are actually petal-like sepals that can last for months and surround a crown of stamens and inconspicuous, nectar-filled petals. Many older varieties have nodding, cup-shaped flowers, while newer cultivars have been bred for more upright blooms.




