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Sometimes, the riot of colors that a bougainvillea brings is just what a Spanish garden needs, not to appear too rigid.
Tropical hibiscus are showy, evergreen shrubs that exude understated elegance, a look that’s quintessential for Spanish gardens.
Mandevilla is a perfect match for Spanish gardens due to its elegant, trumpet-shaped flowers in various colors, including pink, red, yellow, and white.
Geraniums have five-petaled umbels that bloom in pinks, reds, and whites.
Although olives are a slow-growing plant, they are perfect for Spanish gardens. Once they mature, they produce silver-like leaves and black or purple fruit.
Passionflower has the exotic, tropical appearance that makes it a must-have for Spanish gardens.
The leaves of this South African native are thick, green, and sword-shaped. The funnel-like flowers bloom around early summer in shades of blue, white, or purple.