Ground Covers



Australian plants, often referred to as natives, are those which have originated and evolved on this continent. Australia's geographic isolation has meant that many of our plants are very different from those growing in other parts of the world.

Most Australian plants are found nowhere else in the world; however, some closely related plants are found on the continents which made up Gondwana, such as Africa and South America.

 
Fandancer - scaevola


Very hardy compact groundcover.  With lush green foliage on strong bronze stems covered in a profusion of purple fan shaped flowers for most of the year.

Pearlwort - Sagina subulata


Large


An evergreen mat forming perennial with small dark green leaves and small white flowers in late Spring and early Summer.  Ideal for rockeries and ground cover.

min 10o

Native Violet - Viola hederacea


 


A stemless perennial spreading by stolons.  Small mauve and white flowers in spring and summer.  Hardy ground cover.

Blue Eyes - Evolvulus pilosus


 


A spreading ground cover with attractive, silky gray foliage. Produces beautiful blue flowers from spring through to summer. Ideal for rockeries, retaining walls
and hanging baskets.


Baby's Tears - Soleeirolia soleirolii


 


Evergreen, invasive, prostrate perennial with small, round, vivid green leaves that form a carpet.  May choke other plants if not controlled.
min 15o

Symbols Key

Prefers Sun Prefers Partial Sun Tolerates Full Shade
Prefers Well Drained Soil Prefers Moist Soil Prefers Wet Soil
Half Hardy: 0o min Frost Hardy: -5o min Fully Hardy: -15o min
 

pH

Needs Acid Soil

Can't find the plant you're looking for? Head to Ashmore Garden World for more great variety and quality plants or e-mail us at admin@ashmoregarden.com.au

Site developed by web site and marketing team at Tailored