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Mediterranean plants

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

879 plants

Mediterranean plants in the database

Sioux Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia X 'Sioux') — deciduous shrub or small tree

Shrub

Sioux Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia X 'Sioux'

FullUSDA 7–10
Skunkbush Sumac (Rhus trilobata) — Desert Sumac (Rhus triolobata), a hardy, deciduous shrub, thrives in arid landscapes

Shrub

Skunkbush Sumac

Rhus trilobata

FullUSDA 3–9
Slender Honey-Myrtle (Melaleuca Gibbosa) — rounded habit provides year-round interest

Shrub

Slender Honey-Myrtle

Melaleuca Gibbosa

FullUSDA 9–10
Slipper Flower, Pouch Flower (Calceolaria Herbeohybrida Group) — the Calceolaria prefers a cool climate and thrives in partial shade; this herbaceous perennial

Annual

Slipper Flower, Pouch Flower

Calceolaria Herbeohybrida Group

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–9
Small Leafed Rose (Rosa Minutifolia) — sharp thorns up to 1 inch long

Shrub

Small Leafed Rose

Rosa Minutifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Snow Crocus (Crocus Chrysanthus) — contributing to a thriving ecosystem within your client's garden sanctuary, image 165

Bulb

Snow Crocus

Crocus Chrysanthus

FullUSDA 3–8
Snow Drop (Galanthus Nivalis) — bulbous plants native to Europe and Asia Minor; reaching 3-6 inches in height, each stem supports a solitary, image 58

Bulb

Snow Drop

Galanthus Nivalis

FullUSDA 3–8
Snowy River Wattle (Acacia Boormanii) — ball-shaped flowers that adorn the plant in a profuse bloom

Shrub

Snowy River Wattle

Acacia Boormanii

FullUSDA 8–10
Soap Aloe (Aloe Saponaria) — lance-shaped leaves edged with small teeth

Succulent

Soap Aloe

Aloe Saponaria

FullUSDA 9–11
Soap Aloe, African Aloe (Aloe 'Grassy Lassie') — grass-like foliage reaching 18 to 24 inches tall; originates from the arid regions of southern Africa

Succulent

Soap Aloe, African Aloe

Aloe 'Grassy Lassie'

FullUSDA 9–11
Soap Aloe, African Aloe (Aloe Maculata) — low-maintenance choice for xeriscaping and rock gardens

Succulent

Soap Aloe, African Aloe

Aloe Maculata

FullUSDA 9–11
Soap Plant (Chlorogalum Pomeridianum) — grass-like leaves up to 3 feet long

Bulb

Soap Plant

Chlorogalum Pomeridianum

FullUSDA 6–10
Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — perennial for full or half or shade; ensuring it as a steadfast choice for an array of design aesthetics

Perennial

Society Garlic

Tulbaghia Violacea

FullUSDA 8–10
Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea 'Alba') — star-shaped white blooms and slender

Perennial

Society Garlic

Tulbaghia Violacea 'Alba'

FullUSDA 10–11
Soft Caress' Mahonia (Mahonia 'Soft Caress') — Mahonia 'Soft Caress' delivers a tropical appeal with spine-free, feathery foliage

Shrub

Soft Caress' Mahonia

Mahonia 'Soft Caress'

FullUSDA 7–11
Soft Rush (Juncus Effusus) — It thrives in USDA Zones 4-9, reaching 2-4 feet tall with a 1-2 foot spread; while often considered an ideal choice for wetland or

Grass

Soft Rush

Juncus Effusus

FullUSDA 8–10
Soledad Purple Ti Plant (Cordyline 'Soledad') — The Cordyline 'Soledad,' commonly known as the Soledad Purple Ti Plant

Tree

Soledad Purple Ti Plant

Cordyline 'Soledad'

FullUSDA 8–11
Sonoma Sage, Creeping Sage (Salvia Sonomensis) — In late spring, it blooms with vibrant purple-lavender flowers, attracting various pollinators

Ground cover

Sonoma Sage, Creeping Sage

Salvia Sonomensis

FullUSDA 9–9
Southern Charm Mullein (Verbascum 'Southern Charm') — reaching 24-30 inches tall and spreading up to 12-18 inches wide

Biennial

Southern Charm Mullein

Verbascum 'Southern Charm'

FullUSDA 5–9
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — nutritious blueberries by early summer

Shrub

Southern Highbush Blueberry

Vaccinium Darrowii

HalfUSDA 8–10
Southern Pink Flowering Currant (Ribes Sanguineum Glutinosum) — is a captivating deciduous shrub

Shrub

Southern Pink Flowering Currant

Ribes Sanguineum Glutinosum

HalfUSDA 8–11
Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — deterring deer and acting as a natural pest repellent

Herb

Spanish Lavender

Lavandula Stoechas

FullUSDA 8–11
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Its striking hues peak in late spring to early summer; often with a dark center or 'eye,', image 75

Bulb

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower

Sparaxis Tricolor

FullUSDA 3–10
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — This North American native is remarkably versatile

Ground cover

Spathe Leaved Sedum

Sedum Spathulifolium

FullUSDA 5–10

Photographs are credited on each plant’s page.