Where to use: Rock gardens; slopes; along pathways; pond edges; as turf substitute under trees. Plants to try: 'Gyoku-Ryu' (only 2 inches tall), 'Variegatus' (green and silver foliage), O. planiscapis‘Nigrescens’ (dark purple, nearly black leaves) GROUND COVERS FOR SUN Photo by: H...
Ahead, we've rounded up the best ground cover plants to spruce up your backyard. Whether you have a small garden or large, rambling yard, we've got beautiful ground covers for every sort of garden, ranging from ajuga to mondo grass. 1 Japanese Forest Grass undefined undefined//Getty Images...
Provides advice on how to create a low ground cover for rock gardens that blooms over a long period. `Silene vulgaris maritima' as choice of plant; Features of the silene plant; Complimentary foliage; Market cost of the plant; Mail ...
Hostas are excellent plants for shade gardens, sporting lush leaves in a variety of interesting colors (even blue). They come in many shapes and sizes, from small to giant. When looking for lawn replacements, keep an eye out for mini hostas that remain compact, even when mature. ...
Groundcover: Ideal for shady areas under trees or shrubs. Edging: Creates a neat border for walkways and paths. Rock Gardens: Adds texture and color to rock gardens. Containers: Can be grown in containers for added versatility. Additional Notes: Lily turf is a member of the Asparagaceae famil...
Sedum lineare): Sedum (also known as stonecrop) is an evergreen succulent perfect for rocky areas where other plants cannot survive. It prevents erosion and can tolerate shallow, sandy, nutrient-poor soils. Plus, its delicate yellow flowers attract pollinators. It’s perfect for rock gardens....
While creeping thyme can withstand light foot traffic, it isn’t turf grass and won’t do well under heavier foot traffic. If you are replacing some grass with creeping thyme, choose lightly traveled areas. These plants are fantastic in rock gardens, between pavers, and sprawling over perennial...
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One of the loveliest native ground cover plants around, redwood sorrel is naturally found in the moist woodlands of the western USA. This one’s perfect for shade gardens, as it really doesn’t need (or like) too much sun: its leaves have actually adapted to fold down when things get to...
Ground cover plants, like creeping thyme and ajuga, solve garden problems. Find the best picks for areas where grass won't grow or hillsides prone to erosion.