I can never believe how early Hellebores bloom and for how long. Mine started in February and are now in full bloom. They will probably continue for another month or more. I can cut them and bring them inside and they last well in a vase. They are beautiful.
I have two kinds and there is a big difference. One of them has very upright flowers and the other plant has flowers that droop. The one that has the upright flowers is much preferred because the beautiful flowers are visible when they bloom and they do well in a bouquet. The other plant’s flowers droop on the plant and in a vase. When you purchase a Hellebore look for upright flowers like ‘Ivory Prince’. There are many to choose from that vary in color and in size. ‘Pink marble’ has little pink delicate flowers. To see many different varieties go to: http://www.whiteflowerfarm.com/index.php?page=seek&id%5Bm%5D=pattern&id%5Bq%5D=helleborus
Only a fairy would enjoy these droopy hellebore. They are beautiful when you lift them and look in at their little freckles.
The perfect flower for a botanical drawing or painting. Wow.
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