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Mediterranean plants

Plants suited to Mediterranean climates: hot dry summers, mild wet winters.

879 plants

Mediterranean plants in the database

Gladiolus (Gladiolus Hybrids) — Spacing of 4 to 6 inches apart is recommended to allow for ample growth and air circulation

Bulb

Gladiolus

Gladiolus Hybrids

FullUSDA 6–9
Golden Abundance Mahonia (Mahonia 'Golden Abundance') — golden-yellow flower clusters in late winter to early spring

Broadleaf Evergreen

Golden Abundance Mahonia

Mahonia 'Golden Abundance'

FullUSDA 6–6
Golden Breath Of Heaven (Coleonema Pulchellum 'Sunset Gold') — commonly called Golden Breath of Heaven

Shrub

Golden Breath Of Heaven

Coleonema Pulchellum 'Sunset Gold'

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Currant (Ribes Aureum Var. Gracillimum) — presents a valuable addition to any landscape design; for optimal growth and fruiting, image 68

Shrub

Golden Currant

Ribes Aureum Var. Gracillimum

HalfUSDA 7–9
Golden Feverfew (Tanacetum Parthenium 'Aureum') — Golden Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium 'Aureum') is a herbaceous perennial with vibrant chartreuse foliage

Herb

Golden Feverfew

Tanacetum Parthenium 'Aureum'

FullUSDA 3–10
Golden Fleece (Ericameria Arborescens) — Golden Fleece (Ericameria arborescens) is a striking evergreen shrub

Shrub

Golden Fleece

Ericameria Arborescens

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Ragwort (Senecio Aureus) — Golden Ragwort (Senecio aureus) is a cheerful, herbaceous perennial reaching 1-3 ft in height

Perennial

Golden Ragwort

Senecio Aureus

FullUSDA 8–10
Golden Rain Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Golden Rain') — Rosmarinus officinalis 'Golden Rain' is a striking evergreen shrub adorned with golden-flecked

Herb

Golden Rain Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Golden Rain'

FullUSDA 7–9
Golden Toothed Aloe (Aloe X Nobilis) — This hybrid species is notable for its mid-green

Ground cover

Golden Toothed Aloe

Aloe X Nobilis

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Wattle (Acacia Longifolia) — slender phyllodes (leaf-like structures) that measure around 4 to 8 inches in length; prefers well-drained soil, image 80

Shrub

Golden Wattle

Acacia Longifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Wonder (Senna Splendida) — providing a commanding presence within garden designs

Shrub

Golden Wonder

Senna Splendida

FullUSDA 8–11
Gold Flower (Hypericum X Moserianum) — It's a stunning choice for borders; is a remarkable semi-evergreen shrub that offers vibrant color and, image 74

Shrub

Gold Flower

Hypericum X Moserianum

FullUSDA 8–10
Grace Ward Lithodora (Lithodora Diffusa 'Grace Ward') — Ideal for rock gardens or edging, it thrives in zones 6-8

Ground cover

Grace Ward Lithodora

Lithodora Diffusa 'Grace Ward'

FullUSDA 5–11
Grapefruit (Citrus X Paradisi) — lush green leaves and fragrant white flowers

Tree

Grapefruit

Citrus X Paradisi

FullUSDA 9–11
Grape Soda Lupine (Lupinus Excubitus) — This drought-tolerant native stands 2-3 feet tall and thrives in well-drained soils

Shrub

Grape Soda Lupine

Lupinus Excubitus

FullUSDA 9–10
Gray Creeping Germander (Teucrium Aroanium) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching 6-12 inches in spread

Ground cover

Gray Creeping Germander

Teucrium Aroanium

FullUSDA 5–10
Gray Lavender Cotton (Santolina Chamaecyparissus) — Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth; a member of the Asteraceae family, image 64

Ground cover

Gray Lavender Cotton

Santolina Chamaecyparissus

FullUSDA 6–10
Grecian Laurel (Laurus Nobilis) — Hardiness zones for this laurel range from 8 to 10

Shrub

Grecian Laurel

Laurus Nobilis

FullUSDA 9–10
Green Platters (Aeonium 'Pseudotabuliforme') — commonly referred to as Green Platters

Succulent

Green Platters

Aeonium 'Pseudotabuliforme'

FullUSDA 9–10
Green Shrub Daisy (Euryops Pectinatus 'Viridis') — reaching up to 5 feet in height and spread

Shrub

Green Shrub Daisy

Euryops Pectinatus 'Viridis'

FullUSDA 9–10
Green Ti Plant (Cordyline Terminalis 'Green') — exotic flair to garden compositions and container groupings; making it an excellent choice for, image 106

Perennial

Green Ti Plant

Cordyline Terminalis 'Green'

FullUSDA 8–11
Grevillea Canberra Gem (Grevillea 'Canberra Gem') — with blooms most prolific in spring and summer

Shrub

Grevillea Canberra Gem

Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'

FullUSDA 9–10
Grey Mulga (Acacia Brachybotrya) — small to medium-sized tree native to Australia

Shrub

Grey Mulga

Acacia Brachybotrya

FullUSDA 9–10
Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Part of the Plumbaginaceae family

Ground cover

Griffith's Blue Leadwort

Ceratostigma Griffithii

FullUSDA 8–10

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