DieGround cover plants are true all-roundersand offer numerous outdoor uses. The professionals use them as a problem solver because they get rid of weeds, protect the sloped garden from erosion and offer a cost-effective option for large properties. Hobby gardeners use it to fill gaps or plant trees under them. Flowering carpet-forming perennials look very attractive. This allows large areas in the garden to be colorfully and creatively designed. We have already presented you with different versions in pink, white and yellow. Now we answer the question “Which ground cover plants have red flowers” and list the most beautiful plant species.
These ground cover plants have red flowers: an overview of the plant types and design tips
Rotflowering ground coverare real eye-catchers in the garden. In contrast to perennials with white, pink or yellow flowers, which spread over larger areas in most outdoor areas, the plants with red flowers are used as accents. The red color tires the eye and is therefore not suitable for planting areas larger than 1 square meter. It looks much better if you combine the ground cover with red flowers with other plants. How to use low-growing perennials:
1. As a transition between different areas, for example a lawn and a flower bed.
2. In the raised bed they are usually at the front and their fiery red flowers hang over the edge of the flower bed.
3. As a gap filler in combination with white flowers, they ensure blooms in shady and bare places.
4. In the rock garden or on the stone wall they provide food for pollinating insects and birds.
When can you plant ground cover?The correct planting time is in August. The young plants are then planted about 30 cm apart. This means they still have enough time to form new roots and strengthen the old ones.
Flowering ground cover: Roses that have red flowers
The term “ground cover roses” encompasses a wide variety of varieties. All roses have one thing in common: they do not grow higher than 80 cm. The perennials spread quickly and quickly guarantee a dense growth that crowds out the weeds. When it comes to flowering, the ground cover rose is in no way inferior to the climbing plant and the shrub. The shape of the flowers varies: some varieties form very double flowers, others have delicate flowers. Below we list several varieties that have red flowers.
The Scarlett varietyscores with a very long flowering period. The variety is very flowery and has overhanging shoots.
- Location:sunny, sunny, in light shade
- Boden:nutrient-rich, moderately moist, mulch in winter
- Water requirements:Water moderately if drought persists
- Flowering time:June – September
- Planting time:October – May.
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:80 cm
- Areas of application:at the edge of a raised bed, as an accent in the rock garden, at the edge of the lawn
- Planting partner:Bluebell, Monkshood, Lavender, Mint, Sage
The Sorte Noareis very easy to care for, has a long flowering period and is very disease resistant. It can easily withstand heat and dryness. Pruning in spring is necessary because this stimulates the plant to produce new shoots.
- Location:shaded, sunny, in light shade, partial shade
- Boden:humus, moderately moist
- Water requirements:low, can tolerate drought well
- Flowering time:May – October
- Planting time:October – May
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:60 cm
- Areas of application:on the edge of trees, on the edge of the lawn, in partially shaded corners
- Planting partner:for partial shade – hostas, for sun: switchgrass or miscanthus
Flowering ground cover: carnation with red flowers
The ground cover carnations are cushion-forming perennials that can be used in a variety of ways in the garden. There are several varieties with a low stature (around 20 cm) that score points with their high adaptability.
The “Eastern Star” varietyis a permanent bloomer with filigree flowers in wine red.
- Location:sunny, sunny, in light shade
- Boden:permeable, barren, slightly alkaline, moderately fresh
- Water requirements:low, water only when necessary
- Flowering time:May – October
- Planting time:all year round at temperatures above 5° Celsius
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:15 cm
- Areas of application:as a gap filler in the bed, lawn border, in the rock garden and on the edge of the stairs
- Planting partner:Bluebells, evergreen candytufts, basil, mint
The sedum in ground cover version with red flowers
The carpet sedum is a low perennial that is widespread in mountains above the tree line of 2,500 meters in its native Iran. But it also feels at home in the home garden, provided the hobby gardener finds a suitable location.
The carpet sedum (also known as carpet sedum) “Fuldaglut”attracts attention with its large red flowers.
- Location:full sun
- Boden:permeable, dry, lean
- Water requirements:low, cannot tolerate waterlogging
- Flowering time:July to September
- Planting time:in autumn
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:10 cm, invasive
- Areas of application:in the rock garden, as an edging for garden paths, as a soloist and in groups
- Planting partner:Golden spurge, evergreen germander, cat's paw
Which ground cover plants have red flowers? Cinquefoil / Potentilla
Cinquefoil is a beautiful perennial known for its long flowering period. The carpet-forming varieties are mostly hybrids that, despite their compact growth, stand upright and are heavily branched.
The Varieties "Gibson's Scarlet"is known for its red color, which can vary from orange-red to wine-red.
- Location:sunny
- Boden:permeable, moderately moist, humus
- Water requirements:normal, water regularly in summer
- Flowering time:June – September
- Planting time:October
- Winter hardiness:Hardy, wind and frost protection necessary in the first few years
- Max. height:40 cm, upright compact growth
- Areas of application:in the natural garden as a border for garden paths, on the edge of the trees
- Planting partner:the girl's eye, the common cat's paw, the mountain aster
Flowering ground cover: Phlox with red flowers
The dwarf phlox is a perennial that produces numerous small flowers in spring. The plant hangs over raised beds,Natural stone walls and stones in the gardenand therefore fits particularly harmoniously into natural gardens. The carpet phlox is available in many colors, with the variants with purple and blue flowers being particularly popular. In recent years, the plant with pink-red star-shaped flowers has also crept into the hearts of hobby gardeners.
The “Scarlet Flame” varietyblooms profusely in spring. It prefers a location in full sun. When she is comfortable, she can get by with very little care. This makes it the perfect choice for sunny areas in the rock garden that the gardener does not have access to.
- Location:sunny, sunny, in light shade
- Boden:dry to moderately fresh, lean, well-drained. Cannot tolerate waterlogging
- Water requirements:low, water as needed when the heat is on
- Flowering time:April-June
- Planting time:in autumn, from October
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:15 cm
- Areas of application:Bee pasture, rock garden, natural garden, between stepping stones
- Planting partner:Candytuft, blue cushion, bellflower
Which ground cover plants have pink-red flowers: Blue cushions
The blue cushion is a carpet-forming perennial that, if cared for properly, spreads quickly in the garden and provides a splendor of flowers. The plant is a magnet for bees and bumblebees.
Die Sorte “Bressingham Red”attracts attention with its bright pink flowers, which turn deep red over time.
- Location:sunny, sunny, in light shade
- Boden:moderately moist, permeable
- Water requirements:low to moderate
- Flowering time:April – Never
- Planting time:October
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:10 -15 cm
- Areas of application:in the rock garden, in the natural garden, on dry stone walls, for properties with a slope
- Planting partner:Rock alyssum, goose cress
These ground cover plants have red flowers: rock alyssum
Stonewort is an evergreen, hardy and cushion-forming perennial from the cruciferous family that is available in almost all colors of the rainbow. Both annual and perennial varieties are available at garden centers. The rock alyssum is cut back at the end of July/beginning of August, which promotes its growth and extends its flowering period. If the soil is particularly poor in nutrients, you can fertilize it with compost at the start of the gardening season.
The Kinds of "Wonderland"is particularly popular among hobby gardeners for its fiery red flowers. Together with other alyssum varieties with pink, orange and yellow flowers, it forms a colorful ensemble.
- Location:full sun, partial sun (needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight)
- Boden:fresh to moderately moist, with a high proportion of clay or sand, permeable
- Water requirements:moderate in spring and summer, low in autumn and winter
- Flowering time:June – September
- Planting time:May after the Ice Saints
- Winter hardiness:hardy
- Max. height:20 cm
- Areas of application:Edging for the garden path, in the rock garden, the perfect plant for dry stone walls
- Planting partner:Roses, gold marie, goose cress
