Hellebore (Lenten Rose)

Helleborus orientalis

Hellebores bloom when nothing else will — nodding, rose-like flowers emerging in February and March through snow and freezing temperatures. The color range is extraordinary: pure white, deep black-purple, spotted, doubled, and picotee-edged. Evergreen foliage persists year-round. Deer don't touch them. The ultimate late-winter garden miracle.

Hardiness Zones

4-9

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Water Needs

Moderate

Maintenance

Low

Mature Size

12-18 in H × 18-24 in W

Growth Rate

Slow

Bloom Season

Late Winter - Early Spring

Bloom Color

White, Pink, Purple, Green, Black, Spotted, Double

Care Guide

Plant in partial shade with well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Remove old foliage in late winter to showcase emerging flowers. Don't divide — they resent being moved. Self-seeds gently for a natural colony. Drought tolerant once established. One of the most carefree perennials once sited correctly.