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Mediterranean Garden - The Best Plants to Grow in your Garden

Designing a Mediterranean garden can bring a touch of the warm, sunny coasts of Southern Europe to your backyard. This garden style is perfect for areas with similar climates – hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Here are the best plants to grow in your Mediterranean garden:

  • Olive Trees (Olea europaea): Olive trees are a classic in Mediterranean gardens. They are highly resistant to drought, producing beautiful silver-green foliage.
  • Lavender (Lavandula): Known for their fragrant purple flowers, these plants are heat and drought-tolerant. They add a pop of color and attract pollinators.
  • Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis): This aromatic herb is a perfect addition to a Mediterranean garden. Rosemary can handle poor soil and requires minimal watering once established.
  • Sage (Salvia): With various species to choose from, salvia offers brilliant colors from deep purples to bright blues and can survive in arid conditions.
  • Cypress Trees (Cupressus sempervirens): These evergreen trees are often used as a vertical accent in Mediterranean landscapes, standing tall with their slender form.
  • Bougainvillea: This beautiful climber produces vibrant flowers and is highly resistant to drought.
  • Grapes (Vitis vinifera): If space allows, consider planting a grapevine for a truly Mediterranean touch. It’ll provide both shade and fruit.
  • Agave: These succulents handle dry conditions very well and provide great architectural form to a Mediterranean garden.
  • Yucca: With their sculptural shapes and tolerance of drought, yuccas are an ideal addition to a Mediterranean-style garden.

Remember to provide good drainage as these plants prefer dry conditions, and group plants with similar watering needs together to conserve water.

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