Join us on March 28

Discover one of spring's most beloved shade-garden perennials with our curated selection of hellebores at Toronto Botanical Garden.

These hardy, early-blooming plants bring elegant colour to the garden while winter is still fading.

While some cultivars have sold out, over 30 are still available for you choose from at our in-person pickup on March 28.

Browse the collection below to reserve your favourites and welcome the season with long-lasting, easy-care hellebores chosen by our horticultural team.

Here's everything you need to know to experience this special annual event:

The Hellebore Sale is a one-day event, taking place on March 28, 2026.

Join us at the Visitor Centre that day, and you'll be able to pick up your pre-order AND shop for additional plants and gardening items.

Pre-orders have closed. If you have questions about hellebores or your pre-order, please contact us at orders@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.

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P.S. Members receive an exclusive shopping window before pre-orders open to the public, AND save 10% on their purchase.

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What's so special about hellebores?


Helleborus, or Lenten roses as they are more commonly referred to in the trade, are a sought-after garden plant for many reasons. These highly hybridized plants boast beautiful flowers, evergreen foliage, and are one of the earliest blooming perennials.

The modern hybrids of this genus build upon the classics and pack a punch. Helleborus x ballardiae, Helleborus x glandorfensis, and Helleborus x iburgensis combine the cold hardiness of Helleborus niger with the colour selections of Helleborus x hybridus, with the added bonuses of disease resistance and larger showier blooms. These plants do well in the garden or in containers.

When you purchase your hellebores, make sure to place them in a partially shaded location away from harsh, cold winds. They prefer soils that are rich in humus with good drainage and aren’t afraid of getting wet feet in the winter months. The ideal time to plant them is in the fall before the ground freezes. Spring is also a great option, but be sure to provide adequate water through the growing months.

A majority of Lenten rose hybrids have Helleborus niger as one of the parent plants, so it may take your plant a year or two to settle into its new home.

- Leslie Hockley, TBG Lead Horticulturist