Helleborus orientalis is commonly called the Lenten Rose, as it flowers in early Spring during the period of Lent. (There are many other varieties of hellebore, including the white Helleborus niger, the Christmas rose that flowers in December.) Hellebores tend to droop their heads, making them sometimes tricky to photograph well, so I was quite pleased with this composition.
Lovely. I actually saw some blooming here yesterday.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful capture! The hazy effect suits them.
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