Shrubs that can Bloom in Shady Landscapes

All plants need sunlight to grow and to bloom. However, there are some that either prefer less than full sunlight or will tolerate some shade and may look even better when grown in shaded locations. The plants listed below will do well in the summer shade of big-leaf maples or scattered in the dense shade of Douglas firs. Don't forget to water them a little extra in those locations, as the trees that are giving the shade will also take most of the water and minerals.