No, we are not talking underwear. Even the most northerly of us, I hope, are starting to see signs of spring. Please show us your flowers and whatever else is of interest in the spring garden.
The hardiest camellias I know of, and they are a relatively recent development, maybe 20 years, only go to Zone 6. I have mine up against the porch with a border of yews surrounding them for protection and they have survived.
Things are a bit in-between in my garden at the moment; some early bloomers have faded and the next round has not quite started. But here are a few blooms that are still somewhat perky:
All of these were planted by a former owner quite some time ago, I believe. I moved into the house in November, so that first spring and summer were filled with surprises!