Mediterranean Plants

Species selected for Lisbon's climate and terrace life

We source from local nurseries across the Lisbon metropolitan area. Every plant is chosen for drought tolerance, container suitability, and visual harmony with Portuguese terrace architecture.

Our Plant Palette

Olive Tree

Olea europaea

Iconic Mediterranean centrepiece. Dwarf varieties suit balconies; standard forms anchor larger terraces.

Full sun · Low water

Lavender

Lavandula stoechas

Portuguese lavender with aromatic purple spikes. Ideal for edging beds and attracting pollinators.

Full sun · Minimal water

Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea glabra

Vivid cascades of colour on pergolas and railings. Thrives in Lisbon's warm, dry summers.

Full sun · Moderate water

Rosemary

Salvia rosmarinus

Hardy herb doubling as structural planting. Fragrant, edible, and perfectly suited to container life.

Full sun · Low water

Lemon Tree

Citrus × limon

Compact citrus for terracotta pots. Provides fruit, fragrance, and evergreen structure year-round.

Full sun · Regular water

Agave

Agave americana

Sculptural succulent for modern terraces. Extremely drought-tolerant and wind-resistant on rooftops.

Full sun · Very low water

Jasmine

Jasminum officinale

Evening-scented climber for trellises and walls. A Lisbon classic for intimate balcony gardens.

Partial sun · Moderate water

Blue Fescue

Festuca glauca

Ornamental grass adding texture and movement. Tolerates wind and poor soil on exposed terraces.

Full sun · Low water