Welcome to the Pitt County Arboretum: WINTER BLOOMER

Saturday, February 9, 2019

WINTER BLOOMER - Hellebores

Helleborus x ericsmithii 'Shooting Star'

This hellebore (Lenton Rose) is currently in full bloom in our Shade Garden. It has been in bloom for several weeks and should last for several more.

For some background and growing information check out this article and video from Tony Avent:

HELLEBORES

Photo by C. Taylor

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