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Lenten Rose - Helleborus orientalis

From Marie Iannotti, About.com

How to Grow Hellebores

How to Grow Hellebores

Marie Iannotti

Here in zone 6 upper middle Tennessee US, I have to go for Hellebores ( Lenten Rose ) Just when I am sick of winter, there they are with their beautiful blooms. Submitted by Kay

  • Zones: 4 - 9
  • Colors: Usually multiple colors of white, pink, red, yellow and green
  • Height: 12 - 18" Width: 12 - 18"
  • Bloom Period: Late winter / early spring to mid-spring
  • Exposure: Partial Shade / Shade
  • Notes: H. orientalis will push their way out through snow covering. Deer resistant.

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