Scleranthus biflorus

This NZ native groundcover forms small, spreading mounds of attractive green, moss-like ornamental foliage. A low growing species often called a moss, it is not a true moss, but a flowering perennial. The tiny greenish flowers are produced in summer. It has a good tight habit and is easy to grow but requires a sunny situation with a moist, well drained to dry soil. A hardy native that is well suited for mass planting and excels in modern and native styled gardens.

0.1m x 0.4m

Grevillea lanigera

'Mt Tamboritha'

A lovely prostrate spreading shrub / groundcover with soft grey green foliage and clusters of pink, crimson and cream flowers. The unusual shaped flowers occur throughout the year. Very hardy, it does well in most soils but must be well drained. It is tolerant of poor dry soils and grows best in a sunny site. Frost tolerant, though dislikes high humidity. One of the most exciting Grevillea groundcovers in cultivation - it looks great in containers where it can cascade over the pot edge.
0.4m x 0.6m

Acaena inermis purpurea

Bidibidi

This NZ native groundcover forms a small, spreading clump of attractive purple fern-like, ornamental foliage. A low growing species, the tiny cream flowers are followed by eye-catching, spiny red-purple seedheads. It has a good tight habit and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It prefers a moist, well drained to dry soil in full sun, but will tolerate some light shade.

0.2m x 0.8m

Gardenia radicans

One of the most popular scented plants to be found in protected gardens. This groundcover variety is easily grown with amazing pure double white flowers 3cm across with a delicious scent. Tolerates growing in light shade to full sun - but thriving best in protected shade. Great in containers and under large trees. Needs protection from cold winds and mature plants will tolerate light frosts only. Grow in a warm, sheltered position in humus-rich, acidic, well drained soil.

0.4m x 0.8m

Fuchsia procumbens

Many of us are familiar with Fuchsia, but this little delightful groundcover is a NZ native. Fast growing, producing numerous lime-green leaves followed by upturned yellow and red flowers in summer and later red berries. Protect from frost and grow in full sun or part shade.

0.2m x 2m

Ophiopogon japonicus

Green Mondo Grass

This trouble-free groundcover is loved by gardeners, landscapers and anyone that needs a low maintenance plant, that maintains attractive form, great colour and is drought, wind and frost hardy. White flowers in summer are followed by black berries. Can be used as a lawn substitute, to edge borders and paths or as a living mulch on pots and containers.

0.25m x 0.4m

Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'

Black Mondo Grass

This popular garden plant is used as a trouble-free groundcover for a very dramatic effect. Narrow, black, grass-like leaves form a spreading dense mat. Has white to pale lilac flowers on short stems in summer followed by attractive blue-black berries. Grows best in full sun or semi-shade in moist, but well-drained soil. Though frost tolerant, protect from heavy or prolonged frost conditions. Makes a statement mass-planted and also looks great planted between pavers or as a top-dressing to pots and containers.

0.25m x 0.4m

Muehlenbeckia axillaris

Pohuehue

An attractive NZ native groundcover that forms a tight, low-lying mat of small, dark-green foliage. Found naturally in rocky areas and riverbeds, it is extremely hardy and tolerant of harsh conditions. It has tiny cream flowers in summer, followed by minute, translucent white fruit containing a black seed. It has a good tight habit and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It prefers a moist, well drained to dry soil in full sun, but will tolerate some light shade.

0.2m x 0.8m

Pimelia prostrata

NZ Daphne

This NZ native groundcover is an attractive low growing plant that flowers prolifically over the summer months and is followed by small clear, white berries. Has grey-green leaves and is best grown in a free-draining soil in a full sun position.

0.3m x 1m

Coprosma propinqua

'Taiko'

This native prostrate groundcover originates from the Chatham Islands and has small, shiny dark green leaves. It has a very tight habit and will form a nice tidy groundcover. It requires minimal, if any, pruning to keep a good habit. It can be clipped into a more formal shape if needed. Grows best in full sun producing a tighter habit, though will tolerate semi-shade.

1m x 1.5m