Low Growing Perennial Border Plants
Rubus pentalobus (Creeping Raspberry)
Commonly known as Creeping Raspberry, this is a low-growing herbaceous perennial favoured for its foliage and form. It produces masses of richly textured leaves which are thick, rounded, and mid-green in colour. They are held off stems that creep across the ground. The foliage is complemented with white flowers in summer which are sometimes followed by red fruits. It typically grows to just 15 cm tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of moderate frost, coastal environments, and short periods of dry. Creeping Raspberry is commonly used as a groundcover, allowed to spill over walls and paths, included in borders, used in cottage gardens, or grown as a trailing plant in a container.
From $33.22
Stachys byzantina
Stachys byzantina, commonly known as Lambs Ear, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial valued for its soft, silvery foliage that resembles lambs’ ears. It forms dense mats around 30 cm tall, making it ideal as a ground cover or edging plant. In summer, it produces short spikes of pale purple flowers. Lambs Ear thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established. Its texture and colour provide year-round interest in New Zealand gardens.
From $21.70
