Helleborus orientalis ~ Hellebore, Lenten Rose cottage Dryopteris championii 2zz

Dryopteris championii 2zz

(7) Photo by David J

The vibrant 2-inch purple flowers first bloom mid-spring and continues to rebloom into fall

Grows best with afternoon shade in hot summer climates and in dry to medium well-drained soils

Bearded Iris is a perennial Iris with no bulb

Helleborus orientalis ~ Hellebore, Lenten Rose cottage Dryopteris championii 2zzHellebore is a clumping, late winter blooming evergreen perennials with leathery deep green leaves. The long bloom season lasts for 8 10 weeks with small clusters of large cup shaped flowers from winter into spring attracting butterflies and pollinators. Flower colors vary, usually between white, pink, and purple and may have internal spots. Best bloom in dappled sun and moist well drained soils. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Type: