Ground cover

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  1. Jaycee

    Jaycee Apprentice Gardener

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    My son asked me to help him choose a ground covering plant. One that is not taller than 2' good spread,flowers in spring/summer, possibly berries in winter, evergreen of course.
    The area is about 50sq. metres, faces SE.
    Any help would be much appreciated.
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    Jaycee
     
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    Most of my neighbours seem to favour dandelions ;) [​IMG] but as I like gravel I don't think I should be the one to advise you. :D
     
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    Oooo Sarraceniac, you evil gravel lover you :( [​IMG]
     
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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    I'm old fashioned, but I still like heathers and prostrate conifers.
     
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    Agree with you, pete. Also what about some perennial Geraniums to fill in the gaps or even Hostas?
     
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    Thanks for the "comments:, but I think that a combination of C. Dammari and 'Wisley Pink' Helianthemum should provide the cover he is looking for.
     
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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    Oh.
     
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    Hi there Jaycee,

    Have you thought of maybe ground cover roses? You can get fragranced ones. The ones i have are named in the roses section. They would look good with a few Monet as well but hey what do i know :D It works for me.
     
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    ;) Jaycee, why not have a look at Charlie's list here.
    http://www.crocus.co.uk/charlie/groundcover/

    Seems pretty good mix of flowers & berries to be had. I have a Catoneaster in a corner hiding a cover. Very low growing. Looks lovely when flowering & the bees love them. Then in the winter the berries are there for the birds. I have Blackbirds & Thrushes come for the berries. Plus so easy to keep in shape & as big or as small as you like. You could inter-plant with Helianthemum for added colour. [​IMG]
     
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    MF,

    That sounds lovely, might look into getting some for myself :D
     
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    :D :D Well why not AG... It is a pretty mix!! :D :D
     
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