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Mediterranean plants

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

879 plants

Love-In-A-Mist (Nigella Damascena) — commonly known as Love-In-A-Mist

Love-In-A-Mist

Nigella Damascena

Full · Zones 3–10

Lowbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Angustifolium) — The Lowbush Blueberry, Vaccinium angustifolium, thrives in USDA zones 2-6, enjoying acidic, well-drained soil

Lowbush Blueberry

Vaccinium Angustifolium

Half · Zones 2–8

Lucifer Crocosmia (Crocosmia 'Lucifer') — Crocosmia 'Lucifer' showcases fiery red

Lucifer Crocosmia

Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

Full · Zones 5–9

Lucky White Lantana (Lantana 'Lucky White') — white flowers offset by dark green foliage

Lucky White Lantana

Lantana 'Lucky White'

Full · Zones 9–11

Luscious Berry Blend Lantana (Lantana Camara 'Luscious Berry Blend') — The Luscary Berry Blend Lantana

Luscious Berry Blend Lantana

Lantana Camara 'Luscious Berry Blend'

Full · Zones 9–11

Luscious Citrus Blend Lantana (Lantana Camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') — Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend' is a vibrant perennial shrub, thriving in USDA

Luscious Citrus Blend Lantana

Lantana Camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend'

Full · Zones 9–11

Majorcan Germander (Teucrium Cossonii Majoricum) — Its silver-green foliage contrasts beautifully against spikes of vibrant purple flowers

Majorcan Germander

Teucrium Cossonii Majoricum

Full · Zones 7–10

Mandevilla (Mandevilla Hybrids) — trumpet-shaped flowers which can unfurl to a width of 2-4 inches

Mandevilla

Mandevilla Hybrids

Full · Zones 9–11

Manna Gum (Eucalyptus Viminalis) — An added benefit is its white blooms

Manna Gum

Eucalyptus Viminalis

Full · Zones 9–11

Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Spp.) — Manzanita (Arctostaphylos spp.) is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its distinct

Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Spp.

Full · Zones 7–10

Marguerite Daisy (Argyranthemum frutescens 'Molimba Helio White') — The Argyranthemum frutescens 'Madeira White' (incorrectly referred to as Argyrathemum

Marguerite Daisy

Argyranthemum frutescens 'Molimba Helio White'

Full · Zones 3–7

Marigold (Tagetes Hybrids) — providing long-lasting beauty and color

Marigold

Tagetes Hybrids

Full · Zones 3–10

Marina Strawberry Tree (Arbutus 'Marina') — commonly known as the Marina Strawberry Tree

Marina Strawberry Tree

Arbutus 'Marina'

Full · Zones 8–10

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — adding a splash of golden yellow to the garden in the early spring

Marsh Marigold

Caltha Palustris

Full · Zones 3–7

Martin's Spurge (Euphorbia X Martinii) — is an evergreen perennial boasting a compact form at 1-2 feet high and wide

Martin's Spurge

Euphorbia X Martinii

Full · Zones 5–9

Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — Astrantia major, commonly known as Masterwort, thrives in partial shade, appreciating moist, fertile soil

Masterwort

Astrantia Major

Half · Zones 4–7

Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — perennial with white blooms

Matilija Poppy

Romneya Coulteri

Full · Zones 7–10

Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live (Quercus Chrysolepis) — Quercus chrysolepis, commonly known as Canyon Live Oak or Maul Oak, is an evergreen with a broad

Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live

Quercus Chrysolepis

Full · Zones 7–7

Mauve Clusters Fan Flower (Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters') — Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters', a robust groundcover, flaunts fan-shaped flowers of a delicate mauve shade

Mauve Clusters Fan Flower

Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters'

Full · Zones 9–10

Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — is a hardy perennial showcasing vibrant magenta-pink blossoms and deeply lobed foliage

Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill

Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei'

Full · Zones 3–9

Mayten Tree (Maytenus Boaria) — The Mayten Tree, Maytenus boaria, is an elegant evergreen, ideal for grace and texture in landscapes

Mayten Tree

Maytenus Boaria

Full · Zones 8–10

Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Meadow Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a perennial wildflower

Meadow Lupine

Lupinus Polyphyllus

Full · Zones 6–9

Meadow Saffron (Colchicum 'Waterlily') — commonly known as Meadow Saffron

Meadow Saffron

Colchicum 'Waterlily'

Full · Zones 4–8

Meadow Saffron (Colchicum Speciosum) — Meadow Saffron (Colchicum speciosum) is a striking fall-blooming perennial

Meadow Saffron

Colchicum Speciosum

Full · Zones 3–8