Hellebore bloom is a true harbinger of spring.  These are among the first to bloom in our gardens. They are grown for their spectaculahr evergreen foliage as well as for their unusual floral display. Although they are quire drought tolerant, they still thrive in a moist area. They prefer a shaded or partially shaded area, but can tolerate morning sun.  They are extremely deer resistant and tolerate the toxins of the walnut trees. They are very easy to grow. The care of all the hellebores that we grow is the same except for Helleborus foetidus.  Except for H. foetidus,  before growth begins in late winter or early spring we cut the foliage completely to the ground.  By doing this, the stunning flowers are not surrounded by a halo of dead leaves.  All we do for H. foetidus is cut out any dead parts in the spring and cut off flower stalks when they are unattractive.  The other hellebore flower stalks are usually covered by leaves as they grow and do not need removal.  Check our catalog for this season's offerings.