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Grasses, Strappy & TuftingAgapanthus Dwarf Peter Pan
Agapanthus hybrida Peter Pan
$4.95 – $11.75 inc. GSTView- + -
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Grasses, Strappy & TuftingAgapanthus Dwarf Tinkerbell Variegated
Agapanthus hybrida Tinkerbell
$15.25 inc. GSTView- + -
Grasses, Strappy & TuftingAglaonema hybrida Snow White
Aglaonema hybrida Snow White
$38.95 – $79.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Groundcovers
Alternanthera Little Ruby
Alternanthera dentata Little Ruby
$16.25 – $28.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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BanksiaBanksia Giant Candles
Banksia ericifolia spinulosa Giant Candles
$20.95 – $49.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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BanksiaBanksia integrifolia Sentinel
Banksia integrifolia Sentinel
$28.25 – $216.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Banksia
Banksia Birthday Candles
Banksia spinulosa Birthday Candles
$24.25 – $122.45 inc. GSTView- + -
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BanksiaBanksia Black Magic
Banksia spinulosa cunninghamii Black Magic
$18.25 – $122.45 inc. GSTView- + -
BanksiaBanksia Honeyeater Delight
Banksia spinulosa Honeyeater Delight
$16.25 – $41.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Grasses, Strappy & TuftingCarex Frosted Curls
Carex comans Frosted Curls
$10.25 – $29.75 inc. GSTView- + -
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting
Carex Feather Falls
Carex oshimensis Feather Falls
$14.25 – $29.75 inc. GSTView- + -
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Grasses, Strappy & Tufting
Casuarina Cousin It
Casuarina glauca Cousin It
$15.45 – $48.45 inc. GSTView- + -
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GroundcoversDichondra Silver Falls
Dichondra argentea Silver Falls
$12.25 – $152.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Groundcovers
Dichondra Emerald Falls
Dichondra repens Emerald Falls
$12.25 – $26.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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GrevilleaGrevillea Fishbone Flat
Grevillea acanthifolia laurifolia Fishbone Flat
$12.25 inc. GSTView- + -
Grevillea
Grevillea Gaudichaudii
Grevillea acanthifolia laurifolia Gaudichaudii
$13.25 – $24.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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GrevilleaGrevillea Coconut Ice
Grevillea bipinnatifida banksii Coconut Ice
$11.25 – $46.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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GrevilleaGrevillea Bonnie Prince Charlie
Grevillea hybrida Bonnie Prince Charlie
$13.25 – $22.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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GrevilleaGrevillea Cherry Cluster
Grevillea hybrida Cherry Cluster
$12.25 – $28.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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GrevilleaGrevillea Jelly Baby
Grevillea lavandulacea alpina Jelly Baby PBR
$13.25 – $22.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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ClimbersHappy Wanderer (Free N Easy)
Hardenbergia violacea Free N Easy
$14.25 – $24.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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ClimbersHappy Wanderer (White Out)
Hardenbergia violacea White Out
$13.25 – $32.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Helleborus
Helleborus Ice N Roses (Merlot)
Helleborus glandorfensis Ice N Roses Merlot
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Grasses, Strappy & TuftingDaylily Stella De Oro
Hemerocallis hybrida Stella De Oro
$12.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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Groundcover - FloweringLigularia Pandora
Ligularia dentata Pandora
$22.25 – $30.25 inc. GSTView- + -
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🌱 Benefits of Groundcover Plants
1. Weed Suppression
- Dense growth blocks sunlight from reaching the soil, reducing weed germination.
- Eliminates the need for excessive herbicide use.
2. Moisture Retention & Soil Health
- Shades the soil, reducing evaporation and keeping roots cool in summer.
- Improves soil structure by adding organic matter.
3. Erosion Control
- Their spreading root systems help stabilize slopes, embankments, and garden beds.
- Ideal for coastal and windy areas where soil erosion is a concern.
4. Biodiversity & Habitat Creation
- Provides shelter and food for pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects.
- Native groundcovers contribute to local ecosystem health.
5. Low Maintenance & Aesthetic Appeal
- Requires less mowing and trimming than lawn grass.
- Adds texture, seasonal color, and contrast in garden designs.
🌿 Best Groundcover Plants for Melbourne
🌞 Full Sun Groundcovers
For hot, dry areas that get direct sunlight.
| Plant Name | Features | Best Uses |
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| Myoporum parvifolium (Creeping Boobialla) | Fast-growing, dense, small leaves, white or pink flowers | Erosion control, low-maintenance groundcover, weed suppression |
| Dichondra repens (Kidney Weed) | Soft, small round leaves, low-growing | Lawn alternative, green between pavers, shade-tolerant |
| Carpobrotus rossii (Pigface) | Succulent, thick leaves, vibrant pink flowers | Coastal areas, drought-tolerant gardens, erosion control |
| Chrysocephalum apiculatum (Yellow Buttons) | Silver-grey foliage, bright yellow flowers | Rock gardens, mass planting for color contrast |
🌳 Part Shade to Full Shade Groundcovers
For under trees, shady courtyards, and sheltered garden beds.
| Plant Name | Features | Best Uses |
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| Dichondra repens (Kidney Weed) | Low-growing, lush green cover | Lawn alternative in shady spots, under trees |
| Viola hederacea (Native Violet) | Small purple-white flowers, spreading habit | Shady borders, between pavers, moist areas |
| Liriope muscari (Lilyturf) | Clumping grass-like foliage, purple flowers | Pathway edging, mass planting, shade-tolerant |
| Pratia pedunculata (Blue Star Creeper) | Tiny blue flowers, soft foliage | Between stepping stones, under shrubs, moist areas |
🏖 Coastal & Drought-Tolerant Groundcovers
Ideal for sandy soils, coastal winds, and low-water landscapes.
| Plant Name | Features | Best Uses |
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| Carpobrotus rossii (Pigface) | Thick, fleshy leaves, bright pink flowers | Sand dunes, rocky slopes, erosion control |
| Correa reflexa (Native Fuchsia) | Small green leaves, tubular red flowers | Native gardens, attracting birds, sandy soils |
| Leptospermum ‘Pink Cascade’ (Creeping Tea Tree) | Spreading habit, pink flowers | Groundcover for banks, erosion control, dry gardens |
| Kennedia prostrata (Running Postman) | Red pea-shaped flowers, trailing habit | Slopes, native gardens, pollinator-friendly |
🌱 How to Use Groundcovers in Your Melbourne Garden
✅ Replace Lawn Areas – Many groundcovers like Dichondra repens and Myoporum parvifolium are excellent low-maintenance lawn alternatives.
✅ Fill Gaps Between Pavers – Pratia pedunculata and Viola hederacea soften pathways with greenery and flowers.
✅ Control Weeds & Erosion on Slopes – Fast-spreading varieties like Myoporum parvifolium and Carpobrotus rossii stabilize soil and prevent runoff.
✅ Enhance Pollinator Gardens – Flowering groundcovers attract bees, butterflies, and native birds.
✅ Coastal Landscaping – Hardy species like Pigface and Creeping Tea Tree withstand salt spray and sandy soils.
🌿 Groundcovers
Groundcover plants are an essential addition to Melbourne gardens, reducing maintenance, conserving water, and adding year-round beauty. Whether you need a lawn alternative, erosion control, or a vibrant flower display, there’s a perfect groundcover for your space!
