2005 Perennial Plant of the Year

Hardiness: Grows reliably in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9

Light: Partial to full shade

Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich, fertile soil.

Uses: This early spring flowering and evergreen perennial provides color and texture to the landscape.

Unique Qualities: Helleborus xhybridus is an excellent shade perennial that tolerates dry conditions. Long lasting flowers are available in many colors and appear as single or double forms.