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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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Euonymus japonica Paloma Blanca - 1 Linear Meter - ↕30-35cm - Ø9cm - 8x

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Euonymus japonica Paloma Blanca is a beautiful shrub that is perfectly suited for a hedge. This plant not only adds structure to your garden but al...

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Euonymus fortunei radicans - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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The Euonymus fortunei radicans is a versatile and robust ground cover that is perfect for any garden. With its dense, glossy leaves, it offers a be...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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Euonymus fortunei radicans - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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**Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'** is a beautiful, hardy ornamental shrub with attractive, glossy leaves in a rich, deep green color. This variety i...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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The **Euonymus fort. 'Emerald Gaiety'** is a versatile, hardy plant with beautiful variegated silver foliage. Perfect as a ground cover, low hedge,...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Dart's Blanket' - Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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**Euonymus fortunei 'Dart's Blanket'** is a beautiful ground-covering plant that brings any garden to life. With its striking, dark green leaves ed...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Dart's Blanket' - Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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**Euonymus fortunei 'Dart's Blanket'** is a beautiful ground-covering plant that brings any garden to life. With its striking, dark green leaves ed...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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The *Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold'** is a versatile, evergreen ornamental shrub with striking variegated yellow foliage. This compact plant (...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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Euonymus japonicus Green Spire - Japanese Spindle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 48x

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The **Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'** is an ideal boxwood substitute, perfect for hedges, planting beds, or as a solitary plant. This evergreen ...

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Euonymus japonicus Green Spire - Japanese cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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The **Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'** is an ideal boxwood substitute, perfect for hedges, planting beds, or as a solitary plant. This evergreen ...

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Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety' - Cardinal's hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 24x

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The **Euonymus fort. 'Emerald Gaiety'** is a versatile, hardy plant with beautiful variegated silver foliage. Perfect as a ground cover, low hedge,...

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Euonymus fortunei Harlequin - Plant on stem - Terrace Plant - ↕90cm - Ø19cm

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Euonymus fort. 'Harlequin' is the perfect plant for your patio and balcony. This beautiful standard plant adds a touch of elegance to any outdoor s...

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Euonymus fortunei Emerald Gaiety - Plant on stem - Terrace Plant - ↕90cm - Ø19cm

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Euonymus fortunei Emerald n Gold - Plant on stem - Terrace Plant - ↕90cm - Ø19cm

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Euonymus japonica Green Spire - 1 linear meter - ↕20-25cm - Ø9cm - 8x

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"Euonymus japonica Green Spire is a beautiful hedging plant that is ideal for creating a green screen. This plant is known for its narrow, upright ...

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Euonymus japonica Green Spire - 1 linear meter - ↕40cm - Ø17cm - 6x

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"Euonymus jap. Green Spire is an ideal plant for creating a beautiful hedge. This evergreen plant has a compact growth habit and dense branches, ma...

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 12x

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' – The Perfect Vertical Boxwood AlternativeEuonymus 'Green Spire' is a slender, upright shrub that is ideal for creating vert...

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 48x

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 24x

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 72x

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Euonymus 'Green Spire' - Cardinal's hat - ↕15cm - Ø7cm - 6x

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Green Spindle Hedge - Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' - 6x - 1 meter - Hardy hedge plants

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Euonymus Japonicus Green Spire - Boxwood Substitute - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x

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Euonymus Japonicus Green Spire - Boxwood Substitute - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus Japonicus Green Spire - Boxwood Replacement ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x

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Euonymus fortunei radicans - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus fortunei radicans - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Dart's Blanket' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 60x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 12x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x

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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus' - Japanese Cardinal's Hat - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - 6x

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Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold' - Japanese Spindle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - Ground cover - 12x

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Euonymus Fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold' - Japanese Spindle - ↕10-25cm - Ø9cm - Ground cover - 60x

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The *Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold'** is a versatile, evergreen ornamental shrub with striking variegated yellow foliage. This compact plant (...

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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.