They transform bare spots into a sea of flowers and offer a quick and easy-care solution for embankments, slopes and shady corners: the flowering ground cover plants are true all-rounders. There is such a large selection available in the garden centers that every hobby gardener can find something suitable for their own garden situation. However, in order for the overall picture to look harmonious, the cushion-forming perennials should also match the color of the other plants. We already have ideas for youGround cover in whiteand bloom in yellow. Now we show the most beautiful ground cover plants with pink flowers.
Ground cover with pink flowers for a location in the sun
Below we list several perennials that prefer a sunny location.
Ground cover roses with pink flowers
Ground cover roses have enjoyed increasing popularity in recent years. Actually these formlow perennialsno separate subgenus. The collective term “ground cover roses” refers to small-growing varieties, although their height can vary greatly. All prefer a location in the sun, although many also thrive in partial shade. In contrast to rose bushes, they are less susceptible to pests and diseases, even in light shade. They have high demands on the soil: it should be nutrient-rich and permeable. Many hobby gardeners provide their plants with additional compost during the summer season and water them regularly. They cannot tolerate drought or waterlogging and thrive best in moderately moist soil.
The correct planting time for most ground cover roses is fall, but there are also many that can be planted in spring. The ground cover roses that are planted in spring, after the Ice Saints, must first be placed in a container with lukewarm water for 3-4 hours. This is not necessary for ground cover roses that are planted in autumn. The plants are then inserted carefully and the roots are then watered generously. It is not necessary to additionally fertilize the soil. You can provide the plants with slow-release fertilizer for roses before the next gardening season.
Otherwise, the ground cover roses are easy to care for. You do not need to cut off the wilted flowers. Most varieties also cope well with wind and frost. The only thing you should definitely do at the beginning of spring isPruning roses.
Since the ground cover roses do not form a dense carpet, but rather leave gaps here and there, you cannot suppress the growth of weeds. To do this, you need to spread bark mulch in a thin layer on the ground under the roses.
Here are four suggestions for long-blooming ground cover roses with pink flowers:
The ground cover rose “Pink supreme”produces large pink flowers all summer long. With good care, the flowering period can be extended until autumn. It can reach a maximum height of 90 cm, but most plants remain around 60 cm high.
The ground cover rose variety “Coral”is popular for its natural-looking pink flowers and glossy dark green leaves. The variety is very flowery and resistant to many rose diseases. It reaches a maximum height of 60 cm and is winter-hardy.
The ground cover rose variety “Appleblossom”has delicate pink-white flowers that decorate the cushion-forming perennial all summer long.
The ground cover rose variety “Amber”produces large, double, yellow-orange flowers that then slowly turn pink. This rose reaches a maximum height of 60 cm. The perennial is winter-hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -30° Celsius.
Pink flowering ground cover for sun: the peony violet
With its delicate flowers that resemble a butterfly, the peony violet immediately catches the eye. As the name suggests, the flowering period for most varieties begins after Pentecost (around May) and usually ends in July. The flowering perennial is characterized by strong, broad growth and is therefore perfect forPlanting cornersand niches with an area of 2 to 3 square meters. The plant thrives best in full sun, but can also cope with a location in light shade.
Ground cover for sunny locations: the peony carnation
The Peony carnation produces dark pink to pink flowers in spring, which set accents in the flower bed, on the edge of the wood or in the rock garden. The cushion perennial has a compact growth. Each plant grows up to 20 cm high and just as wide. Many varieties give off a pleasant scent and attract beneficial insects to the garden. Fresh and moderately dry soil proves to be optimal.
Ground cover with pink flowers for the rock garden: Long-haired mountain thyme
The long-haired mountain thyme is the perfect ground cover for the rock garden. It is also the perfect gap filler between the stepping stones of the garden path and feels at home wherever the soil is dry and poor and the sun shines all day long. It thrives best where most plants have no chance. If the location suits him, he thanks you with a splendor of pink flowers. The cushion-forming ground cover is very easy to care for and requires no water or fertilizer.
Flowering hardy ground cover: The carpet phlox
The carpet phlox is one of the most beautiful carpet-forming plants. Its pink, pink and purple flowers delight the eye in spring. But the perennial can do even more: in the evening it exudes a pleasant scent and attracts butterflies and bees. The carpet phlox spreads quickly and is ideal as a gap filler, for displacing weeds and as an accent on the edge of the tree. The plant copes well with a sunny location, but can also tolerate light shade. The water requirement is low and the ground cover does not require any fertilizer. Pruning is also not necessary.
Ground cover for sun: The soapwort
The Seifenkraiut is a vigorous ground cover with dark green foliage and pink flowers. You can find different varieties at the garden center. Some of them are evergreen and others are wintergreen. The difference is that the first ones change their foliage gradually and keep the green leaves all year round while the wintergreen plants keep their foliage in the cold season and then change in the spring. The ground cover sows itself and requires little care. It only needs to be watered during prolonged periods of heat and drought. The ground cover needs regular pruning to ensure protection against diseases.
Ground cover with pink flowers: The spotted deadnettle feels comfortable in partial shade
The spotted deadnettle produces pink flowers that change color to pink and purple-pink over time. It is precisely these flower buds that make the ground cover so attractive. They attract pollinating insects and provide food for bees and butterflies. But even after the end of the flowering period (mid-May - beginning of August), the cushion-forming perennial attracts attention with its egg-shaped leaves. The plant retains its foliage during the winter months.
Pink flowering ground cover for partial shade and light shade: The Busy Lieschen
With a flowering period from April to September, the hard-working Lieschen is the ultimate bloomer among the ground cover plants. The creeping plant spreads extensively, but its rather compact growth and its height of almost 40 cm allow sunlight through. Therefore, the ground cover cannot crowd out weeds. However, numerous planting combinations with other ground cover plants are possible. A nutrient-rich, moderately moist soil promotes growth and extends the flowering period. Waterlogging should be avoided at all costs, the busy Lieschen can tolerate dryness.
Spring bloomers for partial shade: the candytuft
The candytuft is a beautiful spring bloomer. In nature, the perennial produces snow-white flowers. There are now also hybrid varieties such as “Pink Ice”, which bloom in soft pink and white. Another important difference between hybrids and wild plants: Hybrids also thrive in partial shade, while wild plants only thrive in full sun. Candytuft prefers moderately fresh and permeable soil, has low nutrient requirements and copes well with longer dry periods in summer.
Ground cover with pink flowers and leaves: The starfish flower
Don't let the name fool you: the starfish flower is not a flower. It is a decorative perennial whose flowers and leaves turn pink. The ground cover is a real magnet for butterflies and other pollinating insects during the flowering period from May to July. The succulent needs little water and is the perfect addition to the rock garden or Japanese garden.
Ground cover with bright pink flowers: the cushion sedum
The cushion stonecrop is a magnificently flowering ground cover that can be easily combined with succulents. Their foliage also turns pink in autumn. The plant is very robust and can easily withstand frost, wind and snow in winter and heat and dryness in summer.
Ground cover plants that bloom pink: evening primrose
Evening primrose is known for its bright yellow flowers. But did you know that there are now also white-pink or yellow-pink flowering varieties? They give off a light scent and attract bees and bumblebees to the garden. The plant is therefore ideal for bee pasture. The flowering period begins in July and ends in September. Depending on the variety, the ground cover perennial grows well in full sun or light shade. It prefers dry and permeable soil and is considered very easy to care for. Provide it with slow-release fertilizer at the start of the gardening season and only water it when the heat continues in the months between May and August and it will thank you for your good care with a display of flowers.
Pink flowering ground covers not only provide a splash of color, but also brighten up dark niches and corners. They can be easily combined with other plants and look good both as solitary plants on the edge of the wood or around the garden path or as part of a flower bed. Depending on the type of plant, the demands on the soil also vary. However, most pink-flowering ground covers are sun worshipers and prefer dry soil. But there are also perennials that tolerate light shade and partial shade.
