flowering ground cover plants nz
Looking for vibrant, low-maintenance solutions to transform your garden? Flowering ground cover plants NZ gardeners love offer the perfect answer. These hardy, spreading plants create a carpet of colour, supress weeds, prevent soil erosion, and support pollinators all year round. Whether you’re brightening up shady corners, covering a sunny bank, or filling gaps between stepping stones, there’s a breathtaking groundcover for every situation. Discover which blooms thrive in New Zealand’s unique climate and bring your landscape to life with bursts of lasting colour.
Ajuga reptans variegata
Ajuga reptans 'Variegata' is a quick-growing, ground-covering plant that features colourful leaves that are variegated green and cream. In spring, it produces showy clusters of blue flowers as it grows to 20 cm in height and 50 cm in width. Ajuga reptans' Variegata' is an excellent variety for quickly covering large areas and is often used in borders, allowed to spill out over a path, planted around outdoor living areas, or maintained in a container.
From $17.87
Isotoma fluviatilis
Isotoma fluviatilis features small, dark green leaves that give the appearance of a lush, green carpet. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, blue, star-shaped flowers from spring through autumn. It typically grows to just 10 cm tall and will spread to 40 cm. Isotoma fluviatilis is commonly grown as a ground cover, planted between paving stones and similar areas, included in cottage gardens, or used to trail over a wall or from a hanging basket.
From $13.95
