Helleborus Frostkiss® Anna's Red

Blooming from late winter to early spring, the rich burgundy flowers of Helleborus Frostkiss® Anna's Red linger 2 months or more. Mature plants produce 8–10 flower clusters set against strong, leathery, evergreen leaves marbled in cream, and are a standout in our gardens at the nursery. Only a stellar Lenten Rose could pay tribute to plantswoman extraordinaire Anna Pavord. 'ABCRD02' PP 24,720

These aristocrats of the woodland garden are native to Europe and western Asia. The genus Helleborus contains about 20 species of perennials that bloom in early winter in mild climates and in late winter or early spring where the soil freezes hard, which makes them either the last or the first flowers in the garden. They require a moist but well-drained site with some shade. Take care to amend the soil with plenty of organic matter, such as well-aged leaf mold and compost. You'll be rewarded with long-lived, deer- and vole-resistant plants that will spread nicely on their own.