Ground Cover Plants For Clay Soil Nz

Small dark pink flowers in dense panicles appear within or above the foliage on stout stalks to 16" tall in April. * Also commonly called pig squeak because of the noise produced by rubbing a leaf between thumb and finger.

Dense foliage crowds out most garden weeds. Grown primarily for its beautiful foliage which provides color, contrast and texture to the landscape. * Seedlings from variegated Hosta varieties will not show the variegation.

Dense foliage crowds out most garden weeds. Grown primarily for its beautiful foliage which provides color, contrast and texture to the landscape. * Seedlings from variegated Hosta varieties will not show the variegation.

A polymorphic species, it hybridizes freely with other members of this genus. Hardy to about -20°c. * Tolerates most soils, but prefers a good loamy soil, abundant moisture and full sunlight.

A polymorphic species, it hybridizes freely with other members of this genus. Hardy to about -20°c. * Tolerates most soils, but prefers a good loamy soil, abundant moisture and full sunlight.

* Carex vulpinoidea is a species of sedge known by the common name fox sedge . The seedheads, which spray out attractively from the center of the clump, resemble a fox's tail but are short-lived.

* Carex vulpinoidea is a species of sedge known by the common name fox sedge . The seedheads, which spray out attractively from the center of the clump, resemble a fox's tail but are short-lived.

Blue-green foliage with a silvery tint decorates the landscape all year long, as this evergreen never fades. Unlike many other spreading groundcover shrubs, the 'Parsonii' Juniper delivers the height of a traditional shrub at 2 ft.

English Ivy is incredibly versatile often seen in landscapes as ground cover, container gardens, hanging baskets, climbing on brick houses and interior planting. English Ivy is a vigorous grower so some precautions have to be used when planting near woodlands...

Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' better known as Black Mondo Grass is dense, purplish, grass-like ground cover used for high contrast foliage look. Deer resistant ground cover. Thrilling shade garden plant with various applications, use as purple-black...

Tall plants are densely covered with tiny, dark green, shiny leaves that are intensely aromatic when crushed. Red creeping thyme gives you brilliant crimson flowers carpeting a low, mat-forming plant in early summer.

The Variegated Asiatic Jasmine provides a twist on the classic groundcover, the Asiatic Jasmine. This gorgeous groundcover can handle full sun or shade, and will perform reliably for years to come.

Dwarf Mondo is often used as groundcover and as an accent mixed in with rock walkways. In both warm and cooler climates it is recommended to mow this grass down in early spring to clear out any dead foliage before new leaves begin to develop.

It is perfect for the front of a perennial border, planting en masse or highlighting the edge of a winding woodland garden path. This North American native provides early season food source for butterflies, and is loved by hummingbirds.

In summer this Liriope will develop lilac blooms which stands out boldly against the foliage, then as the flowers fade dark berries will replace them on the bloom stalks in fall. It is considered evergreen in warmer climates, but will turn brown in cooler...

Asiatic Jasmine is a fast growing dense groundcover with small oval leaves. In spring it is recommended to cut back and shape to help maintain neat look. This plant is usually evergreen, but will be drop leaves and brown when exposed to severe cold.

In summer this Liriope will develop lavender blooms which stand out boldly against the foliage and then as the flowers fade dark, berries will replace them on the bloom stalks in fall.

You will find fields of Virginia bluebells here and there because they are a great plant for naturalizing and can grow in just about any garden. It is a perennial native to North America.

The 'Blue Pacific' Juniper is a low-growing groundcover that is the perfect choice for year-round evergreen color. The 'Blue Pacific' is ideal for erosion control, and is deer, drought, and disease resistant.

In summer this Liriope will develop lavender blooms which stand out boldly against the foliage and then as the flowers fade dark, berries will replace them on the bloom stalks in fall.

Mulch upon planting to discourage weeds and to prevent freeze heaving of shallow-rooted transplants. Does not cover thickly, but rather with a loose, open, coarse-textured habit. Often found in raised planters, along sidewalks, near foundations.

The 'Blue Rug' Juniper is a fantastic trailing juniper with a reliable centered growth habit. This Juniper is deer and pest resistant, as well as drought tolerant. Flashy silver-blue evergreen tendrils create a dense, low-maintenance mat that is ideal...

Mondo is often used for lining pathways and groundcover. Tall and wide with slender green leaves which make for a low maintenance unique look in the landscape. It is considered evergreen in warmer climates, but will turn brown in cooler areas then come...

As an added bonus, those dainty pink blooms will attract plenty of butterflies. Low maintenance and able to thrive in several types of soil, Neon Sedum is perfect for planting along borders and walkways, in rock gardens, and containers.

It grows from a small rhizome , forms a shallow, fine root network, and is a facultative mycotroph, receiving about 25% of its nutrients on average from symbiotic mycorrhizae . * An easily grown plant, it succeeds in most soils, preferring a sandy soil...

It grows from a small rhizome , forms a shallow, fine root network, and is a facultative mycotroph, receiving about 25% of its nutrients on average from symbiotic mycorrhizae . * An easily grown plant, it succeeds in most soils, preferring a sandy soil...

Allow a little more space for fast-growing groundcovers. While English ivy is beautiful year round and fills in fairly quickly, it is extremely aggressive and is considered a noxious weed in certain areas, including the Pacific Northwest.