Filters

Fast-growing ground covers

Discover the transformative power of fast-growing ground cover plants, meticulously cultivated by Heijnen Plants to grace your garden with verdant splendor. These vigorous growers swiftly carpet bare spaces, suppress weeds, and enhance soil stability with their dense foliage. Whether you seek to embellish a slope, enrich a woodland floor, or frame garden pathways, our robust selection promises to deliver lush coverage and enduring beauty. Explore our collection to find the perfect living tapestry that thrives with minimal maintenance.

Campanula portenschlagiana Wall bellflower

3^35From

15cm

Campanula poscharskyana Trailing bellflower

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^35From

Sale

25cm

Cotoneaster dammeri Bearberry cotoneaster

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^20From

Cotoneaster procumbens 'Queen of Carpets'

20cm

Cotoneaster procumbens 'Queen of Carpets' Creeping cotoneaster

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^20From

500cm

Hedera helix Common ivy

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^20From

400cm

Hedera helix 'Goldheart' Ivy

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^45From

500cm

Hedera helix 'Woerner' Common ivy

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^20From

Hedera hibernica Irish ivy

3^20From

5cm

Mazus reptans Miquel's mazus

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^45From

25cm

Persicaria affinis 'Superba' Lesser knotweed

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^60From

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Cushion Blue' Moss phlox

3^35From

10cm

Phlox subulata 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' Moss phlox

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^35From

15cm

Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty' Moss phlox

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^45From

10cm

Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame' Moss phlox

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^35From

10cm

Phlox subulata 'White Delight' Moss phlox

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^45From

Sale

5cm

Sagina subulata Heath pearlwort

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^10From

Vinca major Greater periwinkle

3^45From

Vinca minor Lesser periwinkle

3^00From

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' Dark purple-flowered periwinkle

3^10From

Vinca minor 'Gertrude Jekyll' Lesser periwinkle

3^10From

10cm

Waldsteinia ternata Siberian waldsteinia

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

2^85From

15cm

Campanula poscharskyana 'E.H. Frost' Trailing bellflower

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^70From

300cm

Hedera helix 'Goldchild' Ivy

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^20From

10cm

Phlox subulata 'Amazing Grace' Moss phlox

5-10cm

Added to shopping cart

3^60From

1 2 Continue

Buy fast-growing ground covers

Embrace the lush embrace of nature with fast-growing ground cover plants, ideal for those who seek immediate charm and utility in their garden spaces. Among our selection, Hedera helix 'Woerner' and Phlox subulata 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' stand out as exemplary choices, known for their rapid spread and vibrant presence. These varieties not only swiftly cloak the earth in greenery but also bring a flourish of life, seamlessly filling gaps with their dense foliage and seasonal blooms.

The Benefits of Fast-Growing Ground Covers

Ground cover plants serve numerous garden functions, from reducing maintenance by suppressing weeds to preventing soil erosion on slopes. Fast-growing varieties provide the additional benefit of quickly establishing a lush carpet of foliage, offering an instant transformation of garden spaces. These vigorous growers can fill in bare spots, outcompete unwanted plants, and create a cohesive look in the landscape.

Top Picks for Quick Coverage

When selecting ground covers, consider the growth rate, as well as the aesthetic value. Hedera helix 'Woerner', commonly known as common ivy, is a robust climber that thrives in a variety of conditions, offering year-round greenery with its deep, glossy leaves. Phlox subulata 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' explodes with vibrant pink flowers come spring, covering the ground with a soft, floral blanket.

Mazus reptans is another speedster, quickly forming a dense mat of green that becomes speckled with charming purple blooms. Hedera helix 'Goldchild' brings a variegated twist with its gold-edged leaves, providing a bright accent in shady spots.

Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert' and Vinca minor are lesser periwinkles that exhibit a slightly slower but still effective growth rate. They display delightful blue flowers against a backdrop of dark green leaves. Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty' shares a similar growth habit to its 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' cousin but with a stunning display of purple blossoms.

Campanula portenschlagiana, with its cascades of bell-shaped flowers, offers a different texture and form as a ground cover. Cotoneaster dammeri is not to be overlooked, with its glossy leaves and red berries that attract wildlife and provide winter interest.

Finally, Vinca major, with larger leaves and a more vigorous growth habit than Vinca minor, is a great option for rapid coverage even in less than ideal soil conditions.

Planting and Care for Fast Growth

To ensure your ground cover plants establish quickly, prepare the soil well with organic matter and ensure adequate drainage. Planting at the correct spacing allows the plants to spread to their full potential without overcrowding. Regular watering, especially during the first growing season, will help the plants to establish their root systems. A layer of mulch can retain moisture and further suppress weeds, giving the ground covers a competitive edge.

Once established, these fast-growing ground covers require minimal care. Occasional pruning may be necessary to keep plants within bounds or to encourage denser growth. With the proper care, these plants will thrive and multiply, offering both beauty and function to your garden.

What function can fast-growing ground cover plants have in a garden?

Ground cover plants serve several functions in a garden, including soil erosion control, weed suppression, and providing a continuous carpet of foliage or blooms. They are excellent for filling spaces between other plants, creating a cohesive garden design, and adding visual interest to difficult-to-maintain areas.

Which is the best period for transplanting fast-growing ground cover plants?

The best period for transplanting ground cover plants is during the cooler months of early spring or late autumn. This timing allows the plants to establish roots without the stress of high temperatures and typically requires less watering than during the warmer seasons.

Which plants can be combined well with fast-growing ground cover plants?

These ground cover plants pair well with ornamental grasses, which add height and texture contrasts, and with shrubs to create layered landscaping. They are also harmonious with perennials and ferns in garden beds, and when used beneath flowering trees, they provide a lush understory.

In which soil type do most fast-growing ground cover plants grow well?

Most fast-growing ground cover plants prefer well-draining soil but are adaptable to a range of soil types. They typically grow well in loamy, sandy, or even clay-rich soils, provided that there is proper drainage. Soil amendments can be made to improve soil conditions if necessary.

What popular types of fast-growing ground cover plants are there?

Popular fast-growing ground cover plants from Heijnen Plants include Phlox subulata 'Mac Daniel's Cushion' and 'Purple Beauty', which offer vibrant blooms, and the evergreen Vinca minor and its variegated counterpart Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert'. Additionally, Hedera helix 'Woerner' and 'Goldchild' are excellent for foliage, along with the sturdy Cotoneaster dammeri.

In what period can I best plant fast-growing ground cover plants?

The optimal period for planting fast-growing ground cover plants is during the spring or autumn. These seasons offer moderate temperatures and adequate rainfall, which are conducive to root establishment. It is important to avoid the heat of summer and the freeze-thaw cycles of winter for successful planting.

0203 455 22 48

Send an e-mail
[email protected]

Personal advice from
our specialists? We are happy to help you!