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dichondra ground cover

Dichondra ground cover is fast becoming one of New Zealand’s favourite choices for creating lush, low-maintenance lawns and beautiful, sprawling garden borders. Its lovely trailing habit, vibrant green or silvery leaves, and tolerance for a variety of conditions make dichondra ground cover a truly versatile plant for home gardens, pathways, and even containers. Whether you want to carpet a shady spot, soften a paved courtyard, or create a striking contrast in your garden, there’s a dichondra to suit your needs.

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark green leaves held on slender stems. This deciduous shrub typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1.2 m wide and is generally pruned each winter with about 50% of the stem removed. Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, used as a groundcover, added to a courtyard or cottage garden, or simply maintained in a container.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue until the first frost in winter. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark green leaves held on slender stems as it grows to 50 cm tall and 1 m wide with about 50% of the stem removed each winter. Rose Flower Carpet Gold is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, used as a groundcover, added to a courtyard or cottage garden, or simply maintained in a container.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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What Makes Dichondra an Exceptional Ground Cover?

Dichondra ground cover stands out thanks to its dense, mat-forming foliage, which suppresses weeds and reduces the need for regular mowing—ideal for busy or eco-conscious gardeners. Its adaptability means it flourishes in both sun and part shade, covering the ground with a smooth, rich layer that’s pleasant underfoot and visually appealing all year round. Among the most popular varieties is Dichondra repens, a favourite in Kiwi lawns and gardens for its beautiful deep green leaves and soft texture.

Best Dichondra Varieties for Your Garden

Choosing the right dichondra ground cover variety ensures your garden thrives no matter your conditions. For classic good looks, Dichondra repens is a standout, performing well in shady spots and tolerant of light foot traffic. If you’re after silver-toned foliage for a dramatic effect in pots, hanging baskets, or as a trailing accent in rockeries, try Dichondra Silver Falls. Gardeners seeking a lush but drought-tolerant option love Dichondra Emerald Falls—its cascading emerald leaves make a striking ground cover that looks good with very little effort.

How to Use Dichondra Ground Cover in Your Garden

Dichondra ground cover isn’t just for lawns. Its spreading habit makes it perfect for filling gaps between paving stones and spilling gracefully over retaining walls. It pairs beautifully with statement blooms like Rose Flower Carpet Gold or the vibrant Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet for a garden with lasting colour and texture. For a naturalistic look, let dichondra intertwine with other ground covers, or use it to replace high-maintenance grass in shaded or difficult areas.

Growing and Caring for Dichondra

Dichondra ground cover is refreshingly easy to grow. It prefers well-drained soils and, once established, copes well with dry spells—especially varieties like Dichondra Silver Falls. Water it deeply during the first growing season to help roots establish, then water as needed. Trim or trim back runners to keep the area tidy and encourage denser growth. Feed with a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser in spring to maintain its lush appearance.

Discover Dichondra Ground Cover for Every Landscape

From shady nooks to sun-drenched banks, dichondra ground cover will transform your outdoor space with beauty and ease. Explore our range of healthy, garden-ready dichondra plants, including Dichondra repens, Dichondra Silver Falls, and Dichondra Emerald Falls, and create a gorgeous, resilient garden that looks stunning all year round.


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