Hellebores, often known as Lenten roses or Christmas roses, are a delightful addition to any garden. These hardy perennials are celebrated for their early blooming period, often breaking through the frozen ground to showcase their beautiful, rose-like flowers in late winter to early spring. With thick, evergreen foliage that forms a lush, low-lying clump, hellebores provide year-round interest and are particularly well-suited to shady areas where many other plants struggle, they not only brighten up the garden but also require minimal maintenance.