The dense evergreen foliage provides a contrast to the bright green . They are easy to grow and like acid , free - draining and nutritious soil . Camellias are happy in shade or shade and grow readily among other plants .
The Camellias evergreen foliage provides a contrast to the bright flowers . They are easy to grow and like acid , free-draining and nutritious soil . Camellias are happy in sun or shade and grow readily among other shrubs .