white ground cover plants

Top White Ground Cover Plants for New Zealand Gardens

Choosing the right white ground cover plants ensures a robust display that lasts. Here are some top choices to consider:

Gazania 'Kiss Frosty White'

Famed for its dazzling daisy-like flowers, Gazania 'Kiss Frosty White' is an exceptional ground cover for sunny locations. Its silvery foliage pairs beautifully with its pure white blooms, creating a frost-like effect that shines even in the height of summer. Gazanias thrive in poor soils and are drought-tolerant, making them ideal for low-maintenance borders.

Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

For those after a show-stopping ground cover, Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a winning choice. This hardy rose forms a dense mat and produces masses of crisp white flowers from spring right through to autumn. It’s admired for disease resistance and ease of care, giving you a continuous display with minimal fuss.

Pratia angulata

Native to New Zealand, Pratia angulata offers tiny, star-shaped white blooms nestled among lush, creeping foliage. It’s perfect for damp, shaded corners or beside ponds and paths. Pratia attracts pollinators and creates a soft carpet that looks beautiful between stepping stones or under trees.

Selliera 'Sundrops'

Low, spreading Selliera 'Sundrops' brings subtle elegance to coastal or boggy gardens. Its small, white, fan-like flowers appear in late spring and continue into summer. Selliera is salt-tolerant and robust, making it an excellent option for coastal New Zealand gardens or those with more challenging, damp soils.

Geranium Kashmir White

With its finely cut foliage and long-lasting blooms, Geranium Kashmir White is a perennial favourite. This geranium produces clusters of delicate white flowers from late spring to autumn, forming a neat, spreading mound that softens borders or weaves through cottage garden beds.

How to Grow and Care for White Ground Cover Plants

For the most vibrant display, plant your white ground cover plants in well-prepared soil with plenty of compost and good drainage. Mulch around new plantings to retain moisture and minimise weeds. Most white ground cover plants prefer full sun to part shade, but always check each variety’s preferences. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain density and extend blooming.

Add Style and Light to Your Garden

With these versatile white ground cover plants, you can transform bare patches into beautiful, low-maintenance tapestries. Explore our selection of white-flowering varieties to create an elegant, light-filled outdoor retreat all year round.