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Immerse yourself in the lush tapestry of evergreen ground cover plants crafted by Heijnen Plants. Our curated selection promises not only to enrich your garden with year-round verdure but also to offer a robust defense against weeds. Each plant is chosen for its resilience and beauty, ensuring a low-maintenance yet vibrant carpet that thrives in various conditions. Explore our range to find the perfect living blanket that will transform your outdoor spaces into a sanctuary of perpetual greenery.

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Pachysandra terminalis 'Variegata' Variegated Japanese spurge

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Phlox subulata 'Amazing Grace' Moss phlox

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Phlox subulata 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' Moss phlox

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Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty' Moss phlox

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Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame' Moss phlox

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Phlox subulata 'White Delight' Moss phlox

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Sagina subulata Heath pearlwort

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Thymus serpyllum Breckland thyme

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Vinca major Greater periwinkle

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Vinca minor 'Illumination' Lesser periwinkle

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Waldsteinia ternata Siberian waldsteinia

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Welcome to the serene world of evergreen ground cover plants, where the Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet', commonly known as Japanese spurge, and the Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold' reign supreme. These steadfast varieties offer year-round verdure, effortlessly carpeting your garden with lush, enduring foliage. Ideal for creating a low-maintenance tapestry of green, they thrive in various conditions, ensuring your outdoor space remains vibrant and weed-free through every season.

The Benefits of Evergreen Ground Cover Plants

Evergreen ground cover plants are a gardener's ally for creating a lush, year-round green landscape. These plants serve multiple purposes: they help to prevent soil erosion, suppress weeds, and provide a low-maintenance yet aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional lawns or bare patches. The foliage of these ground covers remains vibrant throughout the seasons, offering not only a visual appeal but also a habitat for beneficial insects and a protective layer for the soil against extreme temperatures.

Choosing the Right Ground Cover for Your Garden

Selecting the right evergreen ground cover plants is crucial for meeting your garden's specific needs. For shaded areas, the robust Asarum europaeum, also known as asarabacca, provides a lush understorey with its glossy, heart-shaped leaves. Meanwhile, the Ajuga reptans 'Alba', with its striking white flowers, can thrive in both shade and partial sunlight, offering a bright contrast against its dark foliage.

For those seeking a pop of color, the Phlox subulata 'Amazing Grace' and 'Candy Stripes' varieties are excellent choices. These vibrant plants produce an abundance of flowers in the spring, adding a burst of color to your garden when most other plants are just waking up from winter dormancy.

Planting and Care for Evergreen Ground Covers

When planting evergreen ground covers like the Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert', Euonymus fortunei 'Silverstone', or the charming Lonicera crassifolia 'Little Honey', it's important to consider their spreading habits and growth rate. Spacing is key, as these plants can quickly fill in the gaps, creating a seamless green carpet over time. Most evergreen ground covers prefer well-draining soil and can be planted at any time of the year, provided the ground isn't frozen.

Maintenance for these plants is minimal. Occasional pruning may be necessary to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. The Hedera helix 'Goldheart', for example, can benefit from a trim to keep its vibrant, gold-variegated leaves in check and to promote a fuller ground cover.

Sustainable and Beautiful Landscaping

At Heijnen Plants, our evergreen ground cover plants are delivered in sustainable packaging, ensuring that your green investment is also green for the planet. These plants offer a sustainable landscaping solution, reducing the need for frequent watering, fertilizing, and mowing compared to traditional lawn grasses.

In conclusion, evergreen ground cover plants are an excellent addition to any garden, providing beauty, functionality, and environmental benefits. With the selection available at Heijnen Plants, there's a ground cover to suit every garden's needs, ensuring your outdoor space remains a verdant retreat all year round.

What function can evergreen ground cover plants have in a garden?

In the garden, evergreen ground cover plants serve to suppress weeds, cover bare soil, and reduce soil erosion. They provide year-round greenery, adding to the garden's aesthetic appeal. These plants also create a living mulch, helping to maintain soil moisture and temperature stability.

Which is the best period for transplanting evergreen ground cover plants?

The best period for transplanting evergreen ground cover plants is during the cooler months of early spring or autumn. This timing allows the plants to settle into their new location without the stress of summer heat and establishes their root systems before winter or the next growing season.

Which plants can be combined well with evergreen ground cover plants?

To create a harmonious landscape, these ground cover plants can be combined with ornamental grasses, which add texture and movement, or with ferns, which provide contrasting forms and shades of green. They also pair well with shrubs and perennials to create layered and biodiverse plantings within the garden.

In which soil type do most evergreen ground cover plants grow well?

Most evergreen ground cover plants grow well in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. They can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to loam, as long as the soil is not waterlogged. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is generally preferred for optimal growth and health.

What popular types of evergreen ground cover plants are there?

Popular evergreen ground cover plants include Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet', which offers a lush, verdant spread, and the variegated leaves of Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n Gold'. Ajuga reptans 'Alba' provides a white-flowered spectacle, while Hedera helix 'Goldheart' is noted for its golden variegated foliage. Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert' is another favorite for its attractive blue flowers.

In what period can I best plant evergreen ground cover plants?

Evergreen ground cover plants are best planted either in early spring or autumn. During these times, temperatures are milder, which helps the plants establish their root systems. These seasons also typically provide more natural rainfall, aiding in plant establishment without the need for extensive supplemental watering.

The ideal variety for you Buy evergreen ground covers

Discover the enduring beauty of evergreen ground cover plants at Heijnen Plants. Our carefully cultivated selection promises year-round verdure and exceptional quality, direct from our family-run nursery to your garden. Benefit from our expertise and sustainable packaging, ensuring your green spaces thrive with life and vitality. Shop with us today.

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