Many people mention that Gozo is so much greener than Malta however Malta is lovely at this time of year with the countryside in full bloom with lush vegetation, here are a couple of pictures that show the difference between the green winter months and the dry summer months.

This is a view from Mdina taken during the summer
http://inlinethumb37.webshots.com/46756/2257778690074781839S425x425Q85.jpg

The same view taken in March
http://inlinethumb21.webshots.com/43604/2611302880074781839S425x425Q85.jpg