Camellias
Camellias are Evergreen shrubs for the Shade that bloom Fall to Spring, when few other plants are blooming. Native to Asia, Camellia sasanqua (related varieties C. hiemalis, C. vernalis), Camellia japonica & their hybrids are grown in Mid-South landscapes as specimen plants, foundation plants, screens & hedges. In general, C. sasanquas bloom Fall to Winter & C. japonicas bloom Winter to Spring.
Camellias prefer acidic, well-drained soil with high organic content.