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Mediterranean plants

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

879 plants

Mediterranean plants in the database

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac (Rhus Aromatica Gro-Low) — Its trifoliate leaves exude a pleasant scent when disturbed and morph into brilliant shades of orange

Shrub

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac

Rhus Aromatica Gro-Low

FullUSDA 3–9
Ground Cover Rose Selections (Rosa Ground Cover Varieties) — Ground Cover Roses present a robust, low-maintenance option for vibrant landscaping

Ground cover

Ground Cover Rose Selections

Rosa Ground Cover Varieties

FullUSDA 5–9
Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus Sabatius) — yet water-wise addition to their landscape

Ground cover

Ground Morning Glory

Convolvulus Sabatius

FullUSDA 6–10
Guadalupe Cypress (Cupressus Guadalupensis) — thus depicting it as a drought-tolerant choice for a xeriscape or low-water garden

Conifer

Guadalupe Cypress

Cupressus Guadalupensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Guernsey Lily (Nerine Bovdenii) — star-shaped flowers atop 18 to 24-inch tall stems; sitting atop leafless scapes that can rise to an impressive height of

Bulb

Guernsey Lily

Nerine Bovdenii

FullUSDA 9–10
Guinea Gold Vine (Hibbertia Scandens) — typically measuring 2-4 inches in length

Ground cover

Guinea Gold Vine

Hibbertia Scandens

FullUSDA 9–10
Hahn's English Ivy (Hedera helix 'Hahn's') — Reaching 6-9 inches in height with a spread of up to 3 feet, 'Hahn's' thrives in moist, well-drained soil

Ground cover

Hahn's English Ivy

Hedera helix 'Hahn's'

FullUSDA 5–10
Hairy Ceanothus (Ceanothus Oliganthus) — this shrub boasts dense green foliage and clusters of fragrant

Shrub

Hairy Ceanothus

Ceanothus Oliganthus

FullUSDA 8–10
Hairy Guinea Flower (Hibbertia Vestita) — scientifically referred to as Hibbertia vestita

Ground cover

Hairy Guinea Flower

Hibbertia Vestita

FullUSDA 9–10
Hairy Gumweed (Grindelia Hirsutula) — and covered with small hairs that give the plant its common name

Perennial

Hairy Gumweed

Grindelia Hirsutula

FullUSDA 9–10
Hairy Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Columbiana) — often peeling in thin sheets to reveal a smoother surface beneath

Shrub

Hairy Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Columbiana

FullUSDA 8–10
Hairy Wattle (Acacia Vestita) — commonly known as Hairy Wattle; it features fine, feathery gray-green foliage and is adorned with soft yellow flowers in spring

Shrub

Hairy Wattle

Acacia Vestita

FullUSDA 8–10
Hakea (Hakea Obtusa) — an evergreen shrub native to Australia; typically reaching 3-6 feet in height, with a similar spread, it's well-suited for xeriscaping

Shrub

Hakea

Hakea Obtusa

FullUSDA 9–11
Hardy Aloe (Aloe Striatula) — With a low-maintenance profile and drought tolerance

Succulent

Hardy Aloe

Aloe Striatula

FullUSDA 8–11
Hawaiian Ti Plant (Cordyline Terminalis) — Seasonal blooms, purple or white, appear atop 1 ft stalks; vibrant leaves arching 1-2 ft long, image 155

Perennial

Hawaiian Ti Plant

Cordyline Terminalis

FullUSDA 8–11
Hazel Alder (Alnus Serrulata) — thrives alongside streams and marshes

Shrub

Hazel Alder

Alnus Serrulata

FullUSDA 5–9
Hearst's Ceanothus (Ceanothus Hearstiorum) — making it an exceptional choice for xeriscaping

Ground cover

Hearst's Ceanothus

Ceanothus Hearstiorum

FullUSDA 8–11
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — which are particularly attractive to hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators

Shrub

Heartleaf Keckiella

Keckiella Cordifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Hearts And Flowers (Aptenia Cordifolia) — the Hearts and Flowers plant flourishes in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil; in the warmer

Ground cover

Hearts And Flowers

Aptenia Cordifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — which can be an advantage in drier climates

Broadleaf Evergreen

Heather

Erica Canaliculata

FullUSDA 6–9
Heath Myrtle (Baeckea Virgata) — The leaves are typically a vibrant green hue and exude a light

Shrub

Heath Myrtle

Baeckea Virgata

FullUSDA 7–10
Heavenly Blue Lithodora (Lithodora Diffusa 'Heavenly Blue') — offering an eye-catching display.<br><br>For optimal growth

Ground cover

Heavenly Blue Lithodora

Lithodora Diffusa 'Heavenly Blue'

FullUSDA 5–11
Hidcote English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') — The Hidcote English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') is a compact evergreen shrub

Herb

Hidcote English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'

FullUSDA 9–11
Hidcote Superior English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Giant') — commonly known as the Hidcote Superior English Lavender

Herb

Hidcote Superior English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Giant'

FullUSDA 5–10

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