good plants for banks
If you’re looking for good plants for banks, you’re likely seeking hardy, low-maintenance options that control erosion, prevent weed growth, and add visual appeal to sloped areas. Planting a bank can be a challenge, but choosing robust groundcovers, flowering shrubs, or tough natives helps create a lush, healthy landscape that’s easy to manage long-term. Whether renovating an existing slope or starting fresh, selecting suitable species ensures your garden not only survives but thrives for years to come.
Carex solandri
Carex solandri is a NZ native, ornamental grass that features attractive, dark green foliage. The foliage emerges upright and develops a gentle and graceful arch as it expands. Dark brown seed heads in summer add an interesting element to this plant, which grows to 70 cm tall and the same width.
From $11.50
Hedera helix 'Golden Ingot'
Hedera helix ‘Golden Ingot’ is a striking evergreen ivy admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage edged with soft green tones. This compact and hardy climber provides year-round colour and texture, perfect for brightening shaded or dull garden areas. It’s ideal for use as ground cover, a trailing plant, or for training on trellises and walls.
From $17.95
