Mediterranean style planting

Janet.blagg

Good morning all... I need guidance to identify a small tree/shrub suitable for a courtyard garden for a Mediterranean style feel - have looked  at a 'loose' style olive but understand olives have disease problems at the moment so any suitable alternative suggestions - position is part to full sun - thank you

Loxley

Pyrus salicifolia pendula or Eleagnus 'Quicksilver' grown as a multistem or standard might give you the look. (The Eleagnus can sucker, apparently, so that would push me towards the Pyrus in a formal setting).

Hostafan1

Welcome to the forum.
cCan you supply a photo? click on the icon which looks like a postcard of a mountain.

Marlorena

Consider Genista aetnensis.. loved by the late Beth Chatto... her nursery sells it too..

Nollie

Hello Janet, I can think of plenty of Mediterranean shrubs to recommend, but small trees... hmm, maybe an Arbutus Unedo (strawberry tree), prefers a slightly acid soil. You can grow an Oleander as a standard tree form, but could be too tender depending on your location...