What to plant in December in Greece

3 vegetables, fruits and herbs to sow or plant in December in Greece, for the climate around Central Greece, near Evia (38°N, 24°E).

Climate: Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters (occasional frost down to -2 °C), dry hot summers reaching 38 °C, and almost no rain in August.

Fruits

  • Fig Ficus carica

    Mild winters and hot, dry summers are ideal for figs, which need little water once established.

    Harvest: 2–3 yearsEasyIn potsCare guide →

  • Peach Prunus persica

    Winter chill is sufficient and the summer heat gives sweet, juicy peaches.

    Harvest: 3–4 yearsModerateIn potsCare guide →

  • Almond Prunus dulcis

    Almonds bloom early and tolerate dry summers, a good match for this climate.

    Harvest: 3–4 yearsEasy