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Mediterranean plants

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

879 plants

Mediterranean plants in the database

Morning Flag (Orthrosanthus Multiflorus) — In late spring to early summer, its striking iridescent blue flowers emerge, resembling small irises

Bulb

Morning Flag

Orthrosanthus Multiflorus

FullUSDA 9–10
Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — The Moroccan Blue Palm or Chamaerops humilis 'Cerifera' is a drought-tolerant

Palm

Moroccan Blue Palm

Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera'

FullUSDA 8–11
Moroccan Daisy (Pyrethropsis Hosmariense) — Pyrethropsis hosmariense, or Moroccan Daisy, is an evergreen perennial thriving in zones 9-11

Perennial

Moroccan Daisy

Pyrethropsis Hosmariense

FullUSDA 8–10
Moss Rose Selections (Rosa Moss Roses) — Moss Roses boast the same full

Shrub

Moss Rose Selections

Rosa Moss Roses

FullUSDA 6–9
Mother Of Thyme (Thymus Serpyllum) — Ideal for rock gardens and as a lawn substitute, it offers year-round interest and attracts pollinators, image 93

Ground cover

Mother Of Thyme

Thymus Serpyllum

FullUSDA 4–8
Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium Membranaceum) — is a North American native shrub standing at 1.5 to 6 feet tall

Shrub

Mountain Huckleberry

Vaccinium Membranaceum

HalfUSDA 5–9
Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Betuloides) — well-suited for landscape designs aiming to incorporate elements of natural beauty and local flora; with leathery

Shrub

Mountain Mahogany

Cercocarpus Betuloides

FullUSDA 5–10
Mt Atlas Pistache (Pistacia Atlantica) — is a hardy deciduous tree reaching heights of 25-30 feet with an equal or greater spread

Tree

Mt Atlas Pistache

Pistacia Atlantica

FullUSDA 9–10
Mt. Elgon Aloe (Aloe Elgonica) — scientifically referred to as Aloe elgonica

Succulent

Mt. Elgon Aloe

Aloe Elgonica

FullUSDA 9–11
Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer blooming attracts pollinators; reaching 1-3 ft in height with an

Perennial

Munro's Globe Mallow

Sphaeralcea Munroana

FullUSDA 6–11
Munstead Dwarf Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Munstead') — a compact English Lavender

Herb

Munstead Dwarf Lavender

Lavandula Angustifolia 'Munstead'

FullUSDA 5–11
Muskogee Lavender Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Muskogee') — and excellent disease resistance; and prefers well-draining soil to flourish

Tree

Muskogee Lavender Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica 'Muskogee'

FullUSDA 7–10
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — boasting a width of 15 to 20 feet at maturity; offering added ecological value.<br><br>This species favors full sun, image 95

Shrub

Myoporum

Myoporum Laetum

FullUSDA 9–11
Nagami Kumquat (Fortunella Margarita 'Nagami') — dwarf citrus tree highly prized in landscape design for its compact size; this tree can tolerate temperatures

Tree

Nagami Kumquat

Fortunella Margarita 'Nagami'

FullUSDA 8–11
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — The Amaryllis belladonna, commonly called Naked Lady or Belladonna Lily, is a perennial, image 29

Bulb

Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily

Amaryllis Belladonna

FullUSDA 9–10
Narrow Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum Phillyraeoides) — is an elegant evergreen shrub native to Australia

Shrub

Narrow Leaf Pittosporum

Pittosporum Phillyraeoides

FullUSDA 9–10
Narrow Leaved Cordyline (Cordyline Stricta) — This evergreen species is highly versatile and valued for both its ornamental appeal and its resilience

Tree

Narrow Leaved Cordyline

Cordyline Stricta

FullUSDA 8–11
Natal Plum (Carissa Macrocarpa) — glossy foliage is a rich green color

Shrub

Natal Plum

Carissa Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 9–10
Natchez Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Natchez') — These clusters are a haven for pollinators and add a bright contrast against the foliage

Tree

Natchez Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica 'Natchez'

FullUSDA 7–10
Native Wind Flower (Anemone Canadensis) — The plant can spread quite vigorously through rhizomatous growth; it's a low-maintenance option that offers great

Perennial

Native Wind Flower

Anemone Canadensis

FullUSDA 3–8
Nearly Wild Hardy Shrub Rose (Rosa 'Nearly Wild') — This cultivar boasts a profusion of pink flowers with white centers

Shrub

Nearly Wild Hardy Shrub Rose

Rosa 'Nearly Wild'

FullUSDA 5–9
Necklace Vine (Crassula Perforata) — It requires full to partial sun exposure

Shrub

Necklace Vine

Crassula Perforata

FullUSDA 9–11
Ned Kelly Grevillea (Grevillea 'Ned Kelly') — Grevillea 'Ned Kelly' is an attractive Australian native shrub known for its vibrant orange-red blooms

Ground cover

Ned Kelly Grevillea

Grevillea 'Ned Kelly'

FullUSDA 9–11
Nemesia (Nemesia Caerulea) — commonly known as Nemesia

Annual

Nemesia

Nemesia Caerulea

FullUSDA 3–10

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