This early-flowering hellebore will often produce its large, glowing white flowers in time for the Christmas festivities – and it will usually continue to bloom until early spring. Therefore, it is invaluable for livening up the garden during some of the darkest months of the year, whether planted out into a partially shaded border, or popped into a patio pot or windowbox.Position: partial shadeSoil: heavy, neutral to alkaline soil including heavy soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: December to MarchHardiness: fully hardySold in a 6cm pot.