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Mediterranean plants

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

879 plants

Mediterranean plants in the database

Peruvian Lily (Alstroemeria 'Florist's Champagne') — Space plants approximately 12-24 inches apart

Perennial

Peruvian Lily

Alstroemeria 'Florist's Champagne'

FullUSDA 8–10
Peruvian Scilla (Scilla Peruviana) — commonly referred to as the Peruvian Scilla or Portuguese Squill

Bulb

Peruvian Scilla

Scilla Peruviana

FullUSDA 8–10
Petite Dwarf Olive (Olea Europaea 'Petite Olive') — is a compact evergreen suited for small spaces and containers

Shrub

Petite Dwarf Olive

Olea Europaea 'Petite Olive'

FullUSDA 8–10
Petite Salmon Oleander (Nerium 'Petite Salmon') — typically reaching a modest height of 4 to 6 feet with a similar spread

Shrub

Petite Salmon Oleander

Nerium 'Petite Salmon'

FullUSDA 9–11
Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — Attracts pollinators, and provides unique visual interest year-round; but under optimal conditions

Shrub

Pincushion Hakea

Hakea Laurina

FullUSDA 9–11
Pindo Palm (Butia Capitata) — Regular watering is recommended until the palm is established, after which it becomes quite drought-tolerant; this hardy palm is

Palm

Pindo Palm

Butia Capitata

FullUSDA 10–10
Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) — commonly called Pineapple Guava

Shrub

Pineapple Guava

Feijoa sellowiana

FullUSDA 10–11
Pineapple Guava (Feijoa Sellowiana) — It features silvery-green leaves and spring blooms with edible, crimson petals; glossy green with silvery, image 62

Shrub

Pineapple Guava

Feijoa Sellowiana

FullUSDA 10–11
Pineapple Sage (Salvia Elegans) — The Pineapple Sage, Salvia elegans, is a perennial herb prized for its vibrant red blooms and fruity fragrance

Shrub

Pineapple Sage

Salvia Elegans

HalfUSDA 8–10
Pineleaf Beardtongue (Penstemon Pinifolius) — Pineleaf Beardtongue typically attains 8 to 12 inches

Perennial

Pineleaf Beardtongue

Penstemon Pinifolius

FullUSDA 5–9
Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — and as a lawn alternative

Ground cover

Pink Chintz Thyme

Thymus 'Pink Chintz'

FullUSDA 5–8
Pink Coral Rockrose (Cistus X Skanbergii) — Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it's drought-tolerant once established

Ground cover

Pink Coral Rockrose

Cistus X Skanbergii

FullUSDA 8–10
Pink Flowering Ceanothus (Ceanothus Pallidus 'Marie Simon') — It's drought-tolerant once established

Shrub

Pink Flowering Ceanothus

Ceanothus Pallidus 'Marie Simon'

FullUSDA 8–11
Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it adds a splash of color and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10

Shrub

Pink Flowering Sumac

Rhus Lentii

FullUSDA 8–11
Pink Grootendorst Rose (Rosa X 'Pink Grootendorst') — boasts clusters of unique

Shrub

Pink Grootendorst Rose

Rosa X 'Pink Grootendorst'

FullUSDA 5–9
Pink Jasmine (Jasminum Polyanthum) — with an increase in hydration during the blooming period; pinnate leaves and striking, image 74

Vine

Pink Jasmine

Jasminum Polyanthum

FullUSDA 8–10
Pink Lantana (Lantana Camara 'Bandana Pink') — Prefers full sun and well-draining soil; shrub for full, image 79

Shrub

Pink Lantana

Lantana Camara 'Bandana Pink'

FullUSDA 9–10
Pink Marguerite Daisy (Argyranthemum Frutescens 'Pink') — daisy-like blooms spanning about 2-3 inches across

Perennial

Pink Marguerite Daisy

Argyranthemum Frutescens 'Pink'

FullUSDA 3–7
Pink Melaleuca (Melaleuca Nesophila) — multi-colored and pink and white and yellow flowers in the garden

Shrub

Pink Melaleuca

Melaleuca Nesophila

FullUSDA 9–10
Pink Mountain Heath (Phyllodoce Empetriformis) — ground cover for full or half

Ground cover

Pink Mountain Heath

Phyllodoce Empetriformis

FullUSDA 5–8
Pink Passion Grass Palm (Cordyline 'Pink Passion') — The Cordyline 'Pink Passion' is a striking ornamental perennial featuring vibrant pink and purple foliage

Shrub

Pink Passion Grass Palm

Cordyline 'Pink Passion'

FullUSDA 8–11
Pink Penny Cranesbill (Geranium 'Pink Penny') — a vibrant cultivar of the Geranium Rozanne lineage

Ground cover

Pink Penny Cranesbill

Geranium 'Pink Penny'

FullUSDA 2–9
Pink Shrub Rose (Rosa Cv. Floribunda Pink) — typically from late spring until the first hard frost of fall.<br><br>With a moderate growth rate

Shrub

Pink Shrub Rose

Rosa Cv. Floribunda Pink

FullUSDA 6–10
Pink Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas 'Madrid Pink') — is a vibrant perennial boasting plumed pink blossoms above silvery-green foliage

Shrub

Pink Spanish Lavender

Lavandula Stoechas 'Madrid Pink'

FullUSDA 8–10

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