Ground covers Sun
Create a low-maintenance, green garden with our ground covers for sunny locations. These hardy garden plants thrive in sunny spots and provide dense, colorful coverage that suppresses weeds. Choose from flowering varieties such as creeping thyme, or evergreen ground covers that keep your garden vibrant all year round. Perfect for borders, slopes, and open spaces where the sun shines brightly!
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Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' - Creeping Bugle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Ajuga reptans (Creeping Bugle)** is the ideal ground cover for your garden! This attractive plant grows low and fast, with beautiful leathery lea...
View full detailsAgastache 'Black Adder' - Licorice plant - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
The *Agastache 'Black Adder' is a beautiful perennial with striking dark purple flower spikes and aromatic foliage. Perfect for sunny gardens and b...
View full detailsAjuga reptans - Creeping Bugle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Ajuga reptans (Creeping Bugle)** is the ideal ground cover for your garden! This attractive plant grows low and fast, with beautiful leathery lea...
View full detailsAjuga reptans - Creeping Bugle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Ajuga reptans (Creeping Bugle)** is the ideal ground cover for your garden! This attractive plant grows low and fast, with beautiful leathery lea...
View full detailsCotoneaster Procumbens 'Queen of Carpets' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Cotoneaster prostratus 'Queen of Carpet' – The ideal ground cover!**This vigorous ground cover grows flat and forms a dense mat that beautifully ...
View full detailsGeranium macrorrhizum - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Geranium macrorrhizum is a robust, hardy ground cover that is perfect for any garden. With its attractive, fragrant leaves and bright flowers in sp...
View full detailsAgastache 'Blue Fortune' - Licorice plant - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
The *Agastache 'Blue Fortune' is a beautiful perennial with striking lavender-blue flowers that attract butterflies, bees, and bumblebees. This low...
View full detailsGeranium macrorrhizum - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Geranium macrorrhizum is a robust, hardy ground cover that is perfect for any garden. With its attractive, fragrant leaves and bright flowers in sp...
View full detailsGeranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge' - Crane's-bill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Geranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge'** is a low-growing, low-maintenance perennial with fresh green, aromatic foliage and beautiful pink flowers i...
View full detailsGeranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' is a versatile, hardy ground cover with beautiful, bright white flowers and lovely green foliage that changes colo...
View full detailsGeranium Rozanne - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Geranium Rozanne: The perfect bloomer for your garden!** This grateful plant shines with its lilac-colored flowers from May well into the autumn....
View full detailsGeranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' is a versatile, hardy ground cover with beautiful, bright white flowers and lovely green foliage that changes colo...
View full detailsGeranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge' - Crane's-bill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Geranium cantabrigiense 'Cambridge'** is a low-growing, low-maintenance perennial with fresh green, aromatic foliage and beautiful pink flowers i...
View full detailsCotoneaster Procumbens 'Streib's Findling' - Creeping dwarf medlar - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Cotoneaster pro 'Streibs Findling'** is a vigorous ground cover that grows fast and flat, completely covering the soil. With its small white flow...
View full detailsAster ageratoides 'Ashvi' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Aster ageratoides ‘Ashvi’** is the perfect addition to your garden! This beautiful plant blooms with white flowers from August until the end of a...
View full detailsCotoneaster dammeri 'Major' - Dwarf medlar - ↕25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major'is a strong, hardy ground cover that quickly covers the ground. In spring, it blooms with small white flowers, followed ...
View full detailsAster ageratoides 'Ashvi' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Aster ageratoides ‘Ashvi’** is the perfect addition to your garden! This beautiful plant blooms with white flowers from August until the end of a...
View full detailsAgastache 'Blue Fortune' - Licorice plant - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
The *Agastache 'Blue Fortune' is a beautiful perennial with striking lavender-blue flowers that attract butterflies, bees, and bumblebees. This low...
View full detailsAster ageratoides 'Asran' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Aster ageratoides ‘Asran’** is the perfect perennial for your garden! These beautiful light blue flowers bloom from August until the end of autum...
View full detailsGeranium Rozanne - Cranesbill - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Geranium Rozanne: The perfect bloomer for your garden!** This grateful plant shines with its lilac-colored flowers from May well into the autumn....
View full detailsCotoneaster Procumbens 'Streib's Findling' - Creeping dwarf medlar - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Cotoneaster pro 'Streibs Findling'** is a vigorous ground cover that grows fast and flat, completely covering the soil. With its small white flow...
View full detailsCotoneaster Suecicus 'Coral Beauty' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
The Cotoneaster suecicus 'Coral Beauty' is a hardy, low-growing shrub with dense growth. This plant adorns itself with glossy green leaves and whit...
View full detailsCotoneaster Suecicus 'Coral Beauty' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
The Cotoneaster suecicus 'Coral Beauty' is a hardy, low-growing shrub with dense growth. This plant adorns itself with glossy green leaves and whit...
View full detailsCotoneaster Procumbens 'Queen of Carpets' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Cotoneaster prostratus 'Queen of Carpet' – The ideal ground cover!**This vigorous ground cover grows flat and forms a dense mat that beautifully ...
View full detailsCotoneaster dammeri - Dwarf medlar - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Cotoneaster dammeri is a strong, hardy ground cover that quickly covers the ground with its dense branches. In spring, it blooms with graceful whit...
View full detailsCotoneaster dammeri - Dwarf medlar - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
Cotoneaster dammeri is a strong, hardy ground cover that quickly covers the ground with its dense branches. In spring, it blooms with graceful whit...
View full detailsCotoneaster dammeri 'Major' - Dwarf medlar - ↕25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major'is a strong, hardy ground cover that quickly covers the ground. In spring, it blooms with small white flowers, followed ...
View full detailsCeratostigma plumbaginoides - Leadwort - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Ceratostigma plumbaginoides** is a beautiful ground cover that brings every garden to life! With its vibrant, bluish flowers and attractive, glos...
View full detailsCeratostigma plumbaginoides - Leadwort - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x
**Ceratostigma plumbaginoides** is a beautiful ground cover that brings every garden to life! With its vibrant, bluish flowers and attractive, glos...
View full detailsAster ageratoides 'Asran' - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x
**Aster ageratoides ‘Asran’** is the perfect perennial for your garden! These beautiful light blue flowers bloom from August until the end of autum...
View full detailsGeranium Rozanne Purple - ↕20-30cm - Ø19cm
Appearance of the plant: Geranium Rozanne has a bushy growth habit with deeply incised, green leaves. The flowers are strikingly blue-purple wit...
View full detailsFestuca glauca Golden Toupee - Yellow - ↕50cm - Ø17cm - 4x
"Festuca glauca Golden Toupee is a unique grass plant that gives your garden a modern look. With its beautiful golden color and fine texture, this ...
View full detailsFestuca glauca Golden Toupee - Yellow - ↕50cm - Ø17cm - 2x
"Festuca glauca Golden Toupee is a unique grass plant that gives your garden a modern look. With its beautiful golden color and fine texture, this ...
View full detailsFestuca glauca Intense Blue - Blue - ↕50cm - Ø17cm - 4x
Festuca glauca Intense Blue is a beautiful grass plant that is perfect for any garden. This plant has a striking blue-green color that creates a fr...
View full detailsFestuca glauca Intense Blue - Blue - ↕50cm - Ø17cm - 2x
Festuca glauca Intense Blue is a beautiful grass plant that is perfect for any garden. This plant has a striking blue-green color that creates a fr...
View full detailsLavandula stoechas Anouk® - Lavender - Ø12cm - 6x
Lavender stoechas, also known as French lavender or crested lavender, is a beautiful and fragrant plant for any garden. Lavender stoechas Anouk is...
View full detailsVerbena Bonariensis 'Lollipop' - Verbena - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The **Verbena bonariensis 'Lollipop'** is a compact variety of the classic Verbena, featuring colorful, lilac-purple flowers that bloom in clusters...
View full detailsSedum 'Herbstfreude' - Sky Key - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
**Sedum 'Herbstfreude'** is a hardy, drought-tolerant succulent that stands out throughout the entire growing season. With its thick, fleshy green ...
View full detailsVerbena Bonariensis 'Lollipop' - Verbena - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
The **Verbena bonariensis 'Lollipop'** is a compact variety of the classic Verbena, featuring colorful, lilac-purple flowers that bloom in clusters...
View full detailsSalvia Nemorosa 'Mainacht' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The Salvia nemorosa 'Mainacht' is a perennial that enchants with its intense blue flower spikes. It blooms profusely from May to September and attr...
View full detailsSalvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
The Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is an elegant perennial that stands out with its deep purple flower spikes and dark, almost black stems. This flowe...
View full detailsSedum 'Herbstfreude' - Sky Key - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
**Sedum 'Herbstfreude'** is a hardy, drought-tolerant succulent that stands out throughout the entire growing season. With its thick, fleshy green ...
View full detailsSalvia Nemorosa 'Mainacht' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
The Salvia nemorosa 'Mainacht' is a perennial that enchants with its intense blue flower spikes. It blooms profusely from May to September and attr...
View full detailsSalvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x
The Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is an elegant perennial that stands out with its deep purple flower spikes and dark, almost black stems. This flowe...
View full detailsVerbena Bonariensis 'Lollipop' - Verbena - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
The **Verbena bonariensis 'Lollipop'** is a compact variety of the classic Verbena, featuring colorful, lilac-purple flowers that bloom in clusters...
View full detailsPhlomis Russeliana - Fireweed - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x
**Phlomis russeliana** is a striking, hardy perennial with unique light yellow flowers in whorls along the stem, blooming from early summer into au...
View full detailsSedum 'Herbstfreude' - Sky Key - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
**Sedum 'Herbstfreude'** is a hardy, drought-tolerant succulent that stands out throughout the entire growing season. With its thick, fleshy green ...
View full detailsSalvia Nemorosa 'Mainacht' - Forest Sage - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x
The Salvia nemorosa 'Mainacht' is a perennial that enchants with its intense blue flower spikes. It blooms profusely from May to September and attr...
View full detailsInteressante categorieën:
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Ground covers
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Flowering Ground Covers
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Ground cover Shade
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Low-growing ground covers
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Ground Covers With Flowers
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Ground covers Evergreen
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Ground covers Winter hardy
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Evergreen Ground Cover
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Extremely strong ground covers
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Fast-growing ground cover
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Anemone
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Aster (Autumn Aster)
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Wild strawberry (Fragaria Vesca)
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Woodland Sage (Salvia Nemorosa)
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Fireweed (Phlomis Russeliana)
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Campanula
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Cotoneaster
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Hyssop (Agastache)
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Knotweed (Persicaria)
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Goose-gander (Potentilla Tridentata)
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Geranium (Crane's-bill)
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Hedera Hibernica
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Heaven's Key (Sedum 'Herbstfreude')
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St. John's Wort (Hypericum)
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Heuchera (Coral Bells)
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Verbena (Verbena Bonariensis)
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Isotoma Fluviatilis (Blue Ground Creeper)
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Japanese Cardinal's Crested (Euonymus Fortunei)
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Honeysuckle (Lonicera)
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Catnip (Nepeta)
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Copper Button (Leptinella Squalida)
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Dogwood (Cornus)
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Creeping Bugle (Ajuga Reptans)
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Lavender Plants
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Lilygrass (Liriope Muscari)
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Leadwort (Ceratostigma Plumbaginoides)
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Luzula Nivea (Snow-white Woodrush)
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Pachysandra (Pachysandra)
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Rudbeckia Fulgida (Coneflower)
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Sagina Subulata (Priemvetmuur)
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Cobbler Plant (Bergenia Cordifolia)
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Snowberry (Symphoricarpos Chenaultii 'Hancock')
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Spiny Nut - Acaena Microphylla
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Vinca Major (Periwinkle)
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Vinca Minor (Periwinkle)
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Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Mollis)
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Waldsteinia Ternata (Golden Strawberry)
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Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea)
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Creeping thyme (Thymus Serpyllum)
What is a ground cover for full sun?
A ground cover for full sun is a plant species that thrives excellently in sunny conditions without drying out or burning quickly. These plants are ideal for covering large areas in the garden, suppressing weed growth, and simultaneously creating an aesthetically pleasing and low-maintenance garden. Sun-loving ground covers often have thick or hairy leaves that help retain moisture and limit evaporation. Additionally, some species can tolerate drought well and require little to no extra watering. Think of species such as Lavandula, Sedum, and Geranium, which are not only functional but also produce beautiful flowers during the summer months.
Which ground cover can thrive in full sun?
There are various types of ground covers that are perfectly resistant to bright sun and warm temperatures. Some popular options are Geranium Rozanne, a long-blooming ground cover that spreads quickly and produces a sea of purple flowers. Sedum 'Herbstfreude' is a succulent-like ground cover that requires little water and turns a beautiful pink to copper hue, especially in the autumn. Other strong options are Lavandula 'Munstead', which not only emits a delightful fragrance but also attracts bees and butterflies, and Nepeta 'Walker's Low', a hardy ground cover that smells wonderful and tolerates drought well. Ground cover sun benefits Using ground covers in sunny areas offers several benefits. First, they help suppress weeds because they cover the soil, leaving little room for unwanted plants to grow. In addition, they protect the soil from drying out by retaining moisture and regulating soil temperature. This is especially important in the summer, when high temperatures can dry out the soil and cause cracking. Furthermore, ground covers contribute to biodiversity in the garden. Flowering species such as Echinacea, Rudbeckia, and Verbena bonariensis attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, which is beneficial for the pollination of other plants. Many ground covers also have decorative value, making your garden look well-maintained all year round without requiring much upkeep.
Low ground cover full sun
Low ground covers for full sun are perfect for filling small spaces or as graceful edging along paths and borders. A good option is Thymus serpyllum (creeping thyme), a fragrant and hardy ground cover that is covered with small purple flowers in the summer. Ajuga reptans, also known as Bugle, forms a dense mat of colorful leaves and blooms with blue or purple flowers. Vinca minor (periwinkle) is an evergreen ground cover that grows in both sun and partial shade and produces beautiful blue or white flowers. For ornamental grass enthusiasts, Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' is an excellent choice, with its compact growth and striking blue leaves.Hardy ground covers for sun
Do you want ground covers that can withstand extreme drought and intense sun? Then hardy ground covers such as Phlomis russeliana are an ideal choice. This plant has grey-green, hairy leaves that retain moisture and beautiful yellow flowers in the summer. Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is another sun-hardy ground cover with tall purple flower spikes that attract butterflies. Hylotelephium spectabile (formerly known as Sedum spectabile) is a low-maintenance succulent with thick leaves that store water, making this plant ideal for dry and sunny spots. For a low-growing option, you can choose Leptinella squalida, a strong and hardy ground cover with fine foliage.
Ground Cover Species
There are many types of ground covers suitable for various garden situations, such as sun, shade, evergreen, or fast-growing. Below you will find an overview of popular categories:
Buying Ground Covers for Sun
Choosing the right ground cover for your garden depends on the specific conditions and your preferences regarding color, flowering, and maintenance. When buying ground covers for full sun, it is important to pay attention to the soil type and the moisture content of the soil. Many sun-loving ground covers prefer well-draining soil, such as sandy soil or gravel, to prevent root rot. Plants such as Lavandula, Echinacea, and Sedum are readily available at garden centers and online plant shops. When purchasing, pay attention to the height and spread of the plant to create a harmonious planting in your garden. With the right choice of strong and flowering ground covers, you will enjoy a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that is sun-resistant and brings color and life every season.
