Helleborous niger 'Snowbells'

Hellebores are harbingers of spring, blooming for 6 weeks or more beginning in late winter.  They are often flowering during the Christian season of Lent, from which they get their common name, Lenten Rose. The semi-double, pure white flowers of 'Snowbells' measure 2 1/-2-3" across, with 5 petals and additional petaloids at the center.  Unlike H. hybridus types, these flowers are naturally side-facing versus downward-facing, so you can enjoy the bright white flowers with little effort.  This is a perfect plant for naturalizing in moist, woodland areas where its extensive root system will spread as far as it is allowed.  Plant part shade/shade.  Zones 4-9