The best plants for between pavers in Australian gardens include Mini Mondo Grass, Mondo Grass, Dichondra Repens, Native Violet and Liriope Just Right. Each provides a different look, from formal and structured to soft and natural, while helping soften hard landscaping and reduce maintenance.

Ground covers are one of the most useful plant groups in Australian gardens. Whether you're looking for a drought tolerant coastal plant like Aussie Rambler, a shade-loving performer like Native Violet, or a fast-spreading option like Dichondra Repens, the right ground cover can reduce maintenance, suppress weeds, and make your garden feel complete.

Low maintenance gardening in Australia comes down to choosing the right plants for the right conditions. Tough, reliable options like Dianella ‘Improved Little Jess’, Lomandra ‘Tropic Cascade’, Liriope ‘Just Right’, and Zoysia ‘Zen Grass’ help create gardens that thrive with minimal upkeep.

Plants like mini mondo, mondo grass, dichondra, vinca, and even Zoysia ‘Zen Grass’ can all work beautifully between pavers—depending on your space, foot traffic, and the look you’re after.

Replacing traditional lawn with low maintenance alternatives like **Zoysia ‘Zen Grass’, mondo grass, dichondra, and vinca can significantly reduce upkeep while still creating a lush, attractive garden. The key is choosing the right option for your conditions and how you use the space.

Dry shade is one of the trickiest spots in the garden—but it doesn’t have to be a dead zone. Here are the plants that actually survive under trees, beside the house, and in those awkward low-light areas.