Helleborus orientalis

Helleborus orientalis - Lenten Rose
Ranunculaceae
Frederick Coe, Ross

Fred brought two color forms, both blooming in 1 gallon pots. The darker one, a dusky purple-black was much admired. It had been purchased at a Seattle flower show from a grower on Vashon Island. Helleborus orientalis is long-lived in part-shade with moderate water and will self sow. The species is native to Turkey and The Caucasus.