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.
Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant)
Bergenia cordifolia is a hardy evergreen perennial admired for its large glossy leaves and clusters of pink flowers in late winter and spring. This dependable plant adds strong texture and structure to New Zealand gardens throughout the year. The bold foliage forms dense clumps that look attractive even when not in bloom. Bergenia cordifolia is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a tough low maintenance perennial that delivers colour and reliable garden performance.
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Pratia angulata
Pratia angulata, commonly known as Panakenake, is a fast-growing, NZ native ground cover plant. It has small, rounded, green leaves that are held densely as it grows to 10 cm tall and 2 m wide. It bears masses of white flowers in spring, which are followed by red-purple berries in autumn. Pratia angulata is an easy-to-grow plant commonly used as an attractive ground cover, planted around rocks, or allowed to trail over the edge of a small wall. It is also well-suited to trailing over the sides of a pot.
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