Mediterranean plants come in all shapes, colours and scents. The most common species are lavender, rockrose, sage and agave.

The family also includes :

perennials
yarrow, agapanthus, perovskia;

vines
Grasse jasmine, wisteria and honeysuckle;

shrubs
myrtle, abelia, germander;

trees
California pepper tree and mimosa;

fruit trees
fig and pomegranate tree.

To curb weed growth and reduce fertilization and water evaporation, you can cover the ground with mulch (poplar, blended, etc.) or stone (gravel, river rock, pozzolana, etc.). You can choose from a broad palette of colours and granularity.

After the first year, a Mediterranean garden needs far less watering than a lawn. An irrigation system can be useful during the hottest months, especially if your soil is well-drained.

Drip irrigation is ideal, as all the water goes to the ground. It encourages deep root growth, where the soil remains moist and cool.