ground cover plants for dry shaded areas
Finding the right ground cover plants for dry shaded areas can transform those tricky corners of your garden into lush, beautiful spaces. Dry shade, often found beneath mature trees, along building foundations, or under eaves, brings a real challenge for gardeners in New Zealand. Traditional lawn and most flowering perennials struggle in these conditions, but the right ground cover plants can thrive where others fail—adding texture, greenery, and even flowers to your shady, moisture-sparse spots.
Carex dissita (Purei)
Carex dissita, commonly known as Purei or Forest Sedge, features arching, mid-green leaves that radiate from a central clump. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in shaded areas that do not dry out.
From $12.95
Coprosma kirkii
Coprosma kirkii, commonly known as Creeping Coprosma, is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub valued for its dense, trailing habit and small glossy green leaves. This evergreen plant spreads across the ground, suppressing weeds and providing year round greenery.
From $17.95
