In a way winter is the real spring, the time when the inner things happen, the resurge of nature

WINTER SAVIOURS

THE BEST OF FRIENDS

Like old friends, hellebores are there when we need them most, such as the height of winter when little else is about. Once established, hellebores – often called winter roses or Lenten roses – are a delight, with their exquisite nodding blooms. In fact, it’s the sepals or modified leaves around the flowers that give these charmers their wow factor. Hellebores selfseed, but be careful when transplanting because they loathe being disturbed.

TAKE CUTTINGS

PERKY POLYANTHUS STRIKING THEIR PERFECT POSES.