Our selection of ground cover plants includes hardy, low-growing varieties ideal for covering soil, preventing erosion, and suppressing weeds. These plants add colour, texture, and biodiversity to New Zealand gardens while requiring minimal maintenance. Perfect for slopes, borders, and underplanting, our ground cover plants thrive in NZ conditions.
Acaena novae-zelandiae is a hardy NZ native groundcover commonly known as Bidgee Widgee. It is admired for its fine green foliage and small burr like...
Acaena purpurea, commonly known as Purple Bidibidi, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover admired for its striking purple foliage and creeping...
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant' (Bugleweed Plant) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover valued for its large glossy dark green leaves and striking blue flower...
Ajuga 'Chocolate Chip' is a compact groundcover prized for its narrow, glossy bronze-purple leaves and vibrant blue flower spikes in spring. Growing...
Ajuga 'Jungle Beauty' (Carpet Bugle) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover valued for its large glossy green leaves flushed with bronze and its...
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...
Ajuga 'Port Wine' brings deep wine coloured foliage and vivid blue flower spikes to NZ gardens, creating a rich tapestry of colour in shaded and semi...
Ajuga reptans, commonly known as Bugleweed, Common Bugle, or Carpet Bugle, forms a spreading mound of dark green leaves which often take on bronze...
Ajuga reptans 'Variegata' is a quick-growing, ground-covering plant that features colourful leaves that are variegated green and cream. In spring, it...
Carpodetus serratus prostrata, commonly known as prostrate Marble Leaf or prostrate Putaputaweta, is a low-growing, NZ native shrub that is often...
Cerastium tomentosum is an herbaceous perennial featuring tiny, white, star shaped flowers through spring and summer. These are complemented with...
Coprosma acerosa, also known as Sand Coprosma or Tātaraheke, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover well-suited to exposed and coastal...
Coprosma Black Cloud is a compact, evergreen New Zealand native shrub renowned for its dense, dark brown to black foliage. Growing up to 70 cm tall...
Coprosma Green Rocks, commonly known as Mirror Bush, is a NZ native shrub that carries glossy green leaves on spreading stems. This evergreen...
Coprosma Hawera, also known as Sand Coprosma or Tātaraheke, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover shrub featuring fine, green foliage on orange...
Coprosma kirkii, commonly known as Creeping Coprosma, is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub valued for its dense, trailing habit and small glossy...
Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub admired for its trailing habit and attractive variegated foliage of green edged...
Coprosma Poor Knights (Coprosma repens ‘Poor Knights’) is a resilient New Zealand native plant ideal for coastal and low-maintenance gardens. Its...
Correa Dusky Bells is a versatile plant ideal for New Zealand gardens, offering unique foliage and floral interest.
Correa Limelight is a versatile plant ideal for New Zealand gardens, offering unique foliage and floral interest.
Cotoneaster dammeri is a versatile plant ideal for New Zealand gardens, offering unique foliage and floral interest.
Dymondia margaretae is a popular choice known for its commonly known as Silver Carpet, is a low growing, groundcover plant. It produces narrow leaves...
Fuchsia procumbens, commonly known as Creeping Fuchsia, is a low-growing, NZ native plant valued for its unique yellow-red flowers and ornamental...
Gardenia radicans is a compact, low-growing shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and intensely fragrant white flowers. Blooming from late spring...
For those looking to buy ground cover plants in New Zealand, the best place is The Plant Company. We specialise in producing amazing plants and shipping these throughout New Zealand. Be love hearing our customers tell us about the beautiful plants they receive and our google rating shows we are great at what we do!
We offer a wide range of ground cover plants including native species like Hebe and exotic options such as creeping thyme. Each variety is chosen for its growth habit, hardiness, and suitability for New Zealand gardens.
Plant ground covers in well-drained soil with appropriate sunlight exposure based on species. Most are drought tolerant once established and require minimal pruning. Regular watering during establishment helps ensure healthy growth.
At The Plant Company, we specialise in high-quality ground cover shrubs perfect for New Zealand gardens. Our low-maintenance, hardy plants help prevent weeds, protect soil from erosion, and add vibrant greenery to any outdoor space. Whether you need durable ground cover shrubs for shady spots or sun-exposed areas, we offer a wide selection suited to NZ conditions. All our [shrubs] are nursery-grown and ready to thrive with minimal care. Shop online today for fast NZ delivery and expert advice to create a lush, weed-free garden with reliable ground cover shrubs from The Plant Company.
Our plants are grown in New Zealand nurseries, ensuring they are adapted to local climates and soils. We provide fast, reliable nationwide delivery and expert advice to support your gardening success.
Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.
