Common name: Japanese Camellia
Botanical name: Camellia japonica

This beautiful evergreen shrub can reach 6-15' tall, depending on the variety. It is intended for growth in filtered sun to shade, with regular water and more in hot summer areas. They make excellent container plants. White, pink or red flowers bloom in winter. Camellia prefers well draining, acid soil. Mulch well to keep roots cool.

Common name: Bearded Iris
Botanical name: Iris x germanica Hybrids

This perennial will grow 1'-3' tall and has medium sized, blue green leaves with flowers of very diverse colors that bloom in spring. It needs well draining soil and full sun. Many are fragrant and rebloom several times a year. Plant rhizomes in Sept or Oct. They need water once a week during the hot spells. Top dress with compost and gypsum in January and August.