If your garden is craving bold texture and a lush, carpeted look, large leaf ground cover plants are a fantastic choice. With their broad foliage and spreading growth, these standout species fill bare soil effortlessly, suppress weeds, and add dramatic appeal to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or under trees. In New Zealand gardens, large leaf ground covers also offer durability and low maintenance, thriving in a range of conditions. Whether you’re looking for perennial classics, evergreen groundcovers, or something with architectural flair, discover the best large leaf ground cover plants to elevate your landscape.

Ajuga 'Jungle Beauty' (Carpet Bugle) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover valued for its large glossy green leaves flushed with bronze and its striking blue flower spikes in spring. This hardy plant performs exceptionally well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for fast ground coverage, borders, and underplanting. Its dense spreading habit suppresses weeds effectively while adding lush texture and seasonal colour to landscaped spaces.
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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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