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dichondra micrantha ground cover

Dichondra micrantha ground cover is a lush, low-growing plant prized for its vivid green foliage and carpet-forming nature. Popular with New Zealand gardeners seeking an alternative to traditional lawns, this soft, resilient ground cover provides a dense mat of tiny leaves that stay green year-round with minimal maintenance. Perfect for planting between stepping stones, creeping over garden edges, or creating living mulch beneath trees and shrubs, dichondra micrantha ground cover thrives in a variety of environments and brings effortless charm to both contemporary landscapes and cottage-style gardens.

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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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Why Choose Dichondra Micrantha Ground Cover?

Dichondra micrantha ground cover offers a practical solution for spaces where grass struggles or regular mowing is a hassle. Its trailing stems root quickly, forming an even surface that suppresses weeds, prevents soil erosion, and requires little more than occasional watering and a tidy-up. With excellent tolerance for sun and partial shade, dichondra micrantha is well-suited to the New Zealand climate and can handle light foot traffic, making it a reliable choice for family gardens or pet-friendly spaces. Its fast-spreading nature makes this ground cover ideal for quickly softening hard landscaping features or transforming bare soil into a sea of green.

Planting and Care Tips

For best results, plant dichondra micrantha ground cover in free-draining soil and water regularly during the establishment phase. While it’s drought-tolerant once mature, a little moisture will encourage rapid coverage and keep the foliage vibrant. Applying a slow-release fertiliser in spring helps maintain healthy growth. It’s also a top pick for mixed ground cover plantings and pairs beautifully with other easy-care varieties, such as Dichondra Emerald Falls and Dichondra Silver Falls, which offer unique leaf shapes and silver-green contrasts.

Versatile Uses in Your Garden

Dichondra micrantha ground cover is remarkably adaptable, perfect for revamping everything from sunny slopes to shaded understorey spaces. Use it to replace thirsty lawns, fill awkward corners, or trail from pots and hanging baskets for a delicate cascading effect. For low-maintenance borders, mix it with Dichondra repens for even thicker coverage. Or for striking colour contrast, plant alongside floriferous ground cover roses such as Rose Flower Carpet Gold or Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet.

Other Popular Dichondra Varieties

If you’re seeking more options to complement dichondra micrantha ground cover, consider the elegant trailing form of Dichondra Emerald Falls or the silvery shimmer of Dichondra Silver Falls. For similar ground hugging performance, Dichondra repens delivers excellent results with similar ease of care.

Dichondra micrantha ground cover is a versatile, attractive solution for transforming your garden with lush, low-maintenance greenery. Start your ground cover journey today and enjoy an effortlessly beautiful landscape all year round.


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