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pink ground cover plants

If you're dreaming of a garden carpeted with the soft hues of pink, pink ground cover plants offer the perfect solution. These low-growing beauties not only bring charm and vibrancy to your landscape but also help suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, and reduce garden maintenance. With an impressive variety of pink flowering ground covers available, you can transform even the dullest corners into eye-catching displays of colour, thriving in garden beds, borders, containers, or under trees.

Ajuga 'Pink Elf' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery featuring with elegant spikes carrying pink flowers.

Ajuga 'Pink Elf'

Ajuga 'Pink Elf' is a charming ground cover that brings soft pink flower spikes and compact, vibrant foliage to NZ gardens. This petite and hardy variety spreads steadily to form a neat, colourful carpet that thrives in shaded or semi shaded spaces. Ideal for borders, underplanting shrubs, and brightening woodland garden areas, Ajuga 'Pink Elf' offers year round interest, easy care appeal, and a delicate touch of colour to darker corners.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, Woodland
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Bergenia 'Pink Snow Cloud' (Heart Leaf Bergenia)

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Bergenia Pink Snow Cloud is grown for its lush foliage and pretty flowers. The leaves are large and arranged as a somewhat flat rosette. They tend to be glossy green but as temperatures cool, they develop red-bronze tones. Colourful, pale pink flowers are borne from late winter through spring on short stems as it grows to about 30 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Bergenia Pink Snow Cloud is a very fashionable and hardy plant that is ideal for border planting or mass planting as a groundcover. It is often used in cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or maintained in a container.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, Woodland
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Thymus 'Bressingham Pink'

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' is a beautiful low growing evergreen thyme admired for its soft green foliage and masses of bright pink flowers in summer...

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Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' shrub with pink flowers and dark green foliage.

Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' (Pink Rosemary)

Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance', commonly known as Pink Rosemary, is a mid-sized, evergreen shrub that features masses of petite, pink flowers in...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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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...

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Loropetalum 'China Pink' ground cover plant with purple foliage.

Loropetalum 'China Pink'

Loropetalum 'China Pink' produces fragrant, pink flowers in winter, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage is oval, rich purple, and held...

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Deutzia Compact Pink (Compact Pink Deutzia)

Deutzia Compact Pink grows with an upright, rounded habit and produces sprays of delicate, pink and white flowers through spring. These are held...

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Stromanthe triostar plant.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Pieris Pink Delight (Lily Of The Valley Shrub Pieris japonica)

Pieris Pink Delight is an attractive shrub grown for both its foliage and flowers. This compact, rounded shrub produces pink buds that open into...

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Abutilon hot pink: A vibrant pink flower with delicate petals and green leaves, adding a pop of color to any garden or floral arrangement.

Abutilon Hot Pink

Abutilon Hot Pink, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, features showy, bright pink, lantern-shaped flowers. The...

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Prunus 'Pink Perfection'

Prunus 'Pink Perfection' is a stunning flowering cherry celebrated for its profusion of double pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree brings...

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Hypoestes 'Splash Pink' plant in a pot and featuring elegant, pink leaves.

Hypoestes 'Splash Pink'

Hypoestes 'Splash Pink' is a vibrant foliage plant valued for its bright green leaves heavily splashed with pink markings. This compact and colourful...

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Michelia 'Paton Pink' flowers on a stem.

Michelia 'Paton Pink'

Michelia 'Paton Pink' is a stunning evergreen tree known for its profusion of fragrant, blush pink flowers in early spring. The blossoms appear among...

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Alstroemeria Pink Star plant in full flower.

Alstroemeria Pink Star (Peruvian Lily)

Alstroemeria Pink Star is a compact, showy perennial that bursts into bloom with striking two-tone flowers—white petals brushed with vibrant pink...

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An informal Escallonia 'Pink Elle' hedge growing alongside a fence.

Escallonia 'Pink Elle'

Escallonia 'Pink Elle' is a compact variety of Escallonia, prized for its attractive foliage and small, fragrant flowers. Glossy, green leaves give...

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Hydrangea 'Saxon Pink Maiden' pink and cream flower head with dark green foliage.

Hydrangea 'Saxon Pink Maiden'

Hydrangea 'Saxon Pink Maiden' is a beautiful deciduous shrub admired for its vibrant pink mophead flowers that bring cheerful summer colour to New...

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Cistus Pink Ice (Pink Rock Rose)

Cistus Pink Ice, commonly known as Pink Rock Rose, is grown for its pretty flowers which have a paper like appearance. It bears masses of pink...

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Prunus Pink Cloud

Prunus 'Pink Cloud' is a beautiful cherry tree known for its profuse vibrant pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree grows up to 5 metres tall...

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Helleborus Pink Hybrid (Hellebore)

Helleborus Pink Hybrid is a beautiful winter-flowering perennial offering blooms in shades of soft to deep pink. It flowers from mid to late winter...

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Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant)

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Geum 'Pink Petticoats'

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' is a delightful perennial that produces soft pink ruffled flowers over a long flowering season, adding gentle colour and charm...

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Cornus 'Stokes Pink' elegant pink flowers.

Cornus 'Stokes Pink'

Cornus 'Stokes Pink' is a deciduous shrub grown for its colourful flowering in spring. At this time, masses of showy, two-tone pink flowers are borne...

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Callistemon 'Candy Floss' (Pink Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Candy Floss' is a delightful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer. The...

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Michelia Touch of Pink

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Azalea 'Guanda Pink'

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Callistemon 'Hot Pink' (Pink Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Hot Pink' is a vibrant evergreen shrub admired for its eye catching hot pink bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer...

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Gaura Steffi Blush Pink

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Mesembryanthemum Pink Ice (Iceplant)

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Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant)

Helichrysum petiolare, commonly known as the Licorice plant, is a popular, evergreen shrub that is often used as a groundcover. It produces long...

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Vinca Elizabeth Cran

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Ajuga 'Pink Elf'

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Why Choose Pink Ground Cover Plants?

Pink ground cover plants are beloved in New Zealand gardens for their blend of practicality and visual appeal. Their cheerful colour instantly enlivens pathways, rockeries, slopes, or awkward spots where lawn grass struggles to grow. Many varieties bloom through spring and summer, attracting pollinators and adding lasting interest to your outdoor spaces.

Top Pink Ground Cover Options for New Zealand Gardens

When selecting pink ground cover plants, consider your garden's climate, soil, and light conditions—there’s a lovely pink plant to suit practically every spot.

Ajuga 'Pink Elf'

A standout among pink ground covers, Ajuga 'Pink Elf' boasts striking pink flower spikes above a mat of glossy foliage. It's particularly well suited to shadier sites and thrives in moisture-retentive soils. This variety is perfect for filling gaps under trees or adding soft colour between stepping stones.

Bergenia 'Pink Snow Cloud' (Heart Leaf Bergenia)

For evergreen presence and year-round structure, try Bergenia 'Pink Snow Cloud' (Heart Leaf Bergenia). With lush foliage and delicate pink blooms in early spring, it creates a lush ground cover ideal for borders or shady gardens. Bergenias are robust and tolerant of a range of conditions, making them a reliable choice.

Thymus 'Bressingham Pink'

Looking for ground covers that offer more than just good looks? Thymus 'Bressingham Pink' is a low, spreading herb that fills your garden with masses of dainty pink flowers and a delightful fragrance. Tough and drought-tolerant, it's ideal for sunny positions and can even be planted between paving stones for a scented, bee-friendly mat.

Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' (Pink Rosemary)

For edible and ornamental qualities, consider Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' (Pink Rosemary). This hardy evergreen shrublet features aromatic foliage and pale pink flowers, making it an excellent choice for edging paths or culinary-themed gardens.

Rose Flower Carpet Pink

If you want continuous blooms, Rose Flower Carpet Pink is the ground cover rose to beat. This disease-resistant variety spreads gracefully, smothered in single pink blossoms from spring through autumn, perfect for large areas or as a low-maintenance border.

Planting and Caring for Pink Ground Covers

Establishing successful pink ground cover plants is all about preparation. Start by ensuring your soil is weed-free and well-drained. Most pink ground covers prefer a sunny position, though some, like Ajuga and Bergenia, tolerate shade. Water thoroughly during establishment, mulch to retain moisture, and feed in spring with a slow-release fertiliser. With the right care, your pink ground covers will reward you with beauty and resilience for years to come.

Ready to paint your garden pretty? Explore our full selection of pink ground cover plants and find the perfect match for every part of your landscape.


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