Desiderius Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) Tarragon is a herbaceous perennial plant widely recognized for its aromatic, narrow, lance-shaped leaves and its culinary uses. It grows to a height of 24 to 36 inches (2 to 3 feet, or 0.6 to 1 meter) and features slender, upright stems. The leaves are bright green, smooth, and highly fragrant, with … Read more
Mediterranean Wild Thyme (Thymbra capitata) Mediterranean Wild Thyme, also called Conehead thyme or Spanish oregano, is a compact, aromatic shrub found throughout the Mediterranean Basin. This perennial grows 1 to 3 feet (0.3 to 0.9 meters) tall and features narrow, gray-green, needle-like leaves. In summer, small purple or pink flowers cluster at the ends of … Read more
Algerian Oak (Quercus canariensis) The Algerian oak is a deciduous or semi-evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region, particularly North Africa and parts of southern Europe. It typically grows between 50 to 80 feet (15 to 24 meters) tall, with a trunk diameter that can exceed 6 feet (1.8 meters). Its lobed, glossy leaves are … Read more
Wild Pistachio (Pistacia atlantica) The Wild Pistachio, native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East, is a hardy, deciduous tree valued for its ecological and cultural significance. It typically grows 20 to 50 feet (6 to 15 meters) tall, with a spreading canopy that offers ample shade. Its compound leaves are pinnate, … Read more
Service Tree (Sorbus domestica) The Service tree, native to southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia, is a deciduous tree known for its longevity and ornamental value. It grows 50 to 65 feet (15 to 20 meters) tall, with a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are pinnate, with 13 to 21 ovate leaflets that … Read more
Portuguese Oak (Quercus faginea) The Portuguese oak, native to the western Mediterranean region, is a versatile deciduous or semi-evergreen tree. It typically grows 30 to 65 feet (9 to 20 meters) tall, with a trunk diameter reaching up to 6 feet (1.8 meters). Its leaves are lobed, dark green, and leathery, often retaining their foliage … Read more
Kermes Oak (Quercus coccifera) Kermes oak is a hardy evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean basin. It typically grows 3 to 15 feet (1 to 4.5 meters) tall, although it can occasionally reach greater heights under favorable conditions. Its dense, spiny foliage consists of small, leathery leaves with a glossy, dark green … Read more
Phillyrea (Phillyrea spp.) Phillyrea, a genus of evergreen shrubs or small trees, is native to the Mediterranean region. Known for its hardiness and adaptability, it thrives in dry, rocky areas and scrublands. Phillyrea grows 6 to 20 feet (1.8 to 6 meters) tall, depending on the species and environmental conditions. Its leaves are glossy, dark … Read more
Jerusalem Thorn (Parkinsonia aculeata) Jerusalem thorn is a fast-growing, small deciduous tree native to arid and semi-arid regions of the Americas but widely naturalized in the Mediterranean and other warm climates. The tree grows 15 to 30 feet (4.6 to 9.1 meters) tall, with a spreading canopy of feathery, bright green foliage. Its thin, pendulous … Read more
Valonia Oak (Quercus ithaburensis) Valonia Oak (Quercus ithaburensis), is a large deciduous tree native to the eastern Mediterranean region, particularly found in Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East. It can grow up to 65 feet (20 meters) tall with a broad, rounded crown. The tree is known for its large acorns and the cupule (the … Read more