１－２Hellebores season. Many of you are probably growing them.
This is what the Hellebores planted in the ground looked like.
３As previously mentioned, many Hellebores are potted here.
However, they all had their leaves removed like this.
This is to redirect the nutrition to the flower buds.
However, some pots had the leaves left on.
It probably depends on the species.
４－６This Hellebore is an ‘ice rose’ variety created by a Japanese breeder called Dosenbo.
It is a crossbreed with the original Niger variety, so it starts to flower around Christmas.
Is it a little late this year?
It is very popular in Japan because it blooms a lot and is hardy.
７－８It is a hybrid cross between the original Nigel species. Hellebores which bloom at this time of year are conspicuous because there are few other flowers.
９－１０Many people may know Snowdrop Galanthus elwesii as it is native to Europe.
Its depressed, reserved blooms are exceptionally attractive to people.
This flower is planted in the same area as Hellebores. It is a good reference for garden design.
In Japan, camellia flowers bloom in winter.
Since ancient times, camellias have often been used for hedges.
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