ground cover plants dry soil
Are you searching for the best ground cover plants for dry soil? If your garden beds are on the sunny side or you’re facing patchy, thirsty spots where nothing seems to grow, you’re not alone. Many New Zealand gardeners deal with dry, free-draining soils—whether on a sandy coastal section or under established trees. Thankfully, there’s a fantastic range of resilient ground cover plants for dry soil that are not only tough but also stunning, transforming tricky areas into lush, low-maintenance features.
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) is a vigorous, hardy NZ native climber or groundcover. It features wiry, twining stems and small, glossy green leaves that create dense coverage. Growing up to 4 m wide and 2 m high, it’s perfect for fences, banks, or walls. Pohuehue tolerates wind, salt spray, and dry conditions once established.
From $20.63
Leptinella pusilla (Purple Brass Buttons)
Leptinella pusilla is a low growing evergreen groundcover valued for its delicate fern like foliage and ability to form a dense carpet of greenery. The fine textured leaves create year round interest and help soften pathways, rock gardens, and garden edges.
