Helleborus niger (Christmas rose) - Free photos

In Europe Helleborus niger is considered one of the most traditional and noble seasonal plants of the Christmas time.
The white Helleborus Niger or Christmas rose has been grown as cut flower around Aalsmeer and also in Germany.
The short stems, 20-30 cm long, are cut before Christmas and in early spring.
The plants are often grown outside and are put in the greenhouse afterwards.
By putting the plants in the dark and treating them with berelex, they are forced to flower.
The colour of the flowers varies from white to pink to dark purple. Because outside the flowers are damaged by wind and frost, this variety can be best grown in the greenhouse. A cold greenhouse that is being kept free of frost is the best. Heating in the winter is harmful to the flowers.