A Spring Beauty: Hellebore

Hellebores, also known as Lenten Roses, are one of the first perennials to bloom in the spring. They are deer resistant and drought tolerant and prefer a part-shade location. Hellebores, like the 'Ivory Prince' above, look lovely with several varieties planted together under a tree or at the edge of the woods. Other good companions include Lungwort (Pulmonaria), Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans), and hostas. 
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In addition to 'Ivory Prince', we are offering the following Hellebore varieties: 

The blossoms of 'Mango Magic' are a unique qpricot color often having spotted petals. 
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'Red Racer' has dramatic 5-inch flowers that look good with Ghost fern, Sweet Woodruff, and Moneywort. 
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'Peppermint Ruffles' features 3-inch, double-petaled blossoms. It is a vigorous bloomer and has strong stems.
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'Sunshine Ruffles' is a knockout with its double yellow, 3-inch blossoms that can last from March until June.
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Hellebores may not bloom the first year in your garden. Be patient! They are long-blooming and long-lived perennials - a spring beauty well worth the investment. 
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All photos courtesy of Hoffienursery.com.