Drought Tolerant Ground Covers And Perennials

A succulent ground cover with low, spreading stems (up to 5 cm) and heart-shaped leaves. Small, pink or red daisy-like summer flowers. Plant in a spot in full sun and well-drained soil.

This Australian native perennial forms clumps of handsome strappy green foliage. It's tough and can grow in a range of soil types, from sandy to heavy clay soil, evening coping with bouts of wet feet. You'll often see it planted in parks and on roadsides. 

A beautiful sprawling version of the traditional Rosemary herb. It grows into a dense mat of aromatic evergreen foliage that gracefully hugs the ground. It's native to the Mediterranean, so it's suited to hot baked spots in the garden, provided the soil is well-drained. Use it in rock gardens, as a border plant along paths and walkways or trailing over retaining walls. Harvest leaves for use in the kitchen.

This native Australian wildflower produces an abundance of dainty flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink and white, forming a vibrant carpet of colour. It develops a dense growth habit, making it perfect for filling in rockeries or covering larger areas.

An attractive Australian native ground cover with narrow semi-succulent leaves and clusters small white flowers in summer. Develops a dense growth habit and is perfect for creating a fine-textured green carpet in gardens. Low maintenance once established, but occasional trimming can help maintain shape and encourage new growth. 

This hardy, low-growing herb has small fragrant leaves and delicate pink or white flowers in early to mid-summer. It spreads quickly, forming a carpet of scented foliage. Ideal for rockeries, pathways and between pavers. Thyme needs good drainage and doesn't like being waterlogged, so it's perfect for dry spots in the garden.

This clump-forming perennial has soft furry leaves that are pleasingly tactile and aromatic when crushed. In summer, it produces spires of pink and purple flowers. It's a great choice for filling gardens and providing texture to borders or pathways.