There’s a moment in every paving project where it looks amazing…
Fresh pavers down.
Clean lines.
Everything sharp and perfect.
And then you realise—
Those gaps in between?
They’re either going to:
👉 fill with weeds
👉 crack and dry out
👉 or become the most frustrating part of the whole space
That’s where the right plant makes all the difference.
🌱 1. The classic choice: Mini Mondo Grass
If you want that clean, manicured look—this is it.
Mini mondo is one of the most reliable plants for between pavers because it:
- stays low and compact
- doesn’t need mowing
- handles light foot traffic
It creates that tight, structured finish people are usually chasing.
👉 Best for: modern paving, stepping stones, neat designs
🌿 2. For slightly larger spaces: Mondo Grass
If your gaps are wider or you want something a bit more forgiving:
Mondo grass gives you:
- a similar look to mini mondo
- but with slightly larger growth
- and easier establishment
👉 Best for: wider joints, informal paving
🌱 3. For fast coverage: Dichondra ‘Green’
This is for people who don’t want to wait.
It spreads quickly and softens hard paving beautifully.
You get:
- a lush green look
- fast fill
- low height
👉 Best for: larger areas, quick results
🌸 4. For colour and softness: White Periwinkle (Vinca)
If you want something less structured and a bit more relaxed:
Vinca gives you:
- soft trailing growth
- white flowers
- excellent coverage
👉 Best for: informal paths, cottage-style gardens
🌾 5. For lighter use areas: Zoysia ‘Zen Grass’
If your pavers are set within a lawn-style space:
Zen Grass can work between them, especially where:
- there’s good sunlight
- foot traffic is moderate
👉 Best for: lawn + stepping stone combinations
⚠️ What people get wrong
1. Choosing plants that grow too tall
You don’t want something constantly spilling over the pavers.
2. Ignoring foot traffic
Not all plants like being walked on.
3. Planting too far apart
This is the big one—gaps stay visible for too long.
💬 Real talk
The spaces between pavers are either:
👉 a headache
👉 or one of the best-looking parts of the garden
It all comes down to what you plant there.
🌿 Not sure what suits your space?
If you’re unsure what will work in your conditions, our plant finder can help match plants to your sun, soil, and location.
👉 https://theplanthub.com.au/pages/plant-guide