Evergreens

• Camellias are evergreens, with dark green leaves that are glossy and dense. They are a shrub and commonly used as hedges. They can grow anywhere from 4 to 12 feet tall.
  
  

Bloom

• Aside for being prized for their abundant foliage, camellias are popular because of their late bloom. Typically, camellias flower in the late winter and early spring. The flowers are usually a rich pink, red or white and are a great addition to a winter garden.
  
  

Hardiness

• Camellias are a hardy plant that thrives best in hardiness zones 6B through 9B.
  
  

Watering and Care

• Camellias have average water needs and are relatively easy to care for.
  
  

Sun

• While these plants generally prefer partial shade, camellias prefer direct light in the colder months.