SHOP SEDGE PLANTS 4 Japanese Painted Fern Catherine McQueen//Getty Images This beautiful fern makes a stunning ground cover when planted in masses. The silver and maroon-colored fronds seem to shimmer in the shade. Bonus: Deer tend to leave this perennial alone. Zones: 3 to 8 Sun exposure:...
Before you plant most ground cover plants, ensure that all weeds and grass has been eliminated. There are a number of ways to remove weeds (hoes and tillers) or, if you have time, you can wet the area and cover with clear plastic for 4 to 6 weeks to solarize the soil. Scatter compo...
If it spreads too far, it can be contained by pulling out the unwanted plants. Buy it HERE.* 14 | Periwinkle (Vinca Minor) Zones: 4 to 8Light: ShadeBloom Time: SpringHeight: 4″ to 8″Spread: 24″ or more Periwinkle is a fast growing evergreen ground cover that has pretty blue or...
Plants to try:‘Big Ears' (large leaves up to 8 inches long), 'Silky Fleece' (a dwarf variety with tiny 1-inch leaves), ‘Silver Carpet’ (silvery blue foliage, nonflowering) See more: 16 Favorite Ground Cover Flowers *INVASIVE VS. AGGRESSIVE GROWERS When learning about plants, it's...
Evergreen Groundcover Plants for Sun Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans): There are dozens of different varieties of bugleweed on the market. Some are green-leaved, while others are bronze, purple, or even variegated. There are even bugleweed cultivars with crinkled leaves. Standing just 8 to 10 inche...
plants available in nurseries to get the job done. Now, however, we have available a wider selection of plants that can cover large areas of ground without the benefit of a lot of sun. You probably won’t even considerivyif you first check out these ten outstanding plants for your shady...
Light: This fast-growing ground cover can tolerate full to partial shade, growing well in dappled light when grown under large trees or established shrubs. While these plants might tolerate some sun, avoid planting in a full-sun yard, which will damage the foliage of your plants. Watering: ...
Vinca minor grows well in zones 7, 8 and 9 so be sure to check out the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to see if vinca will grow in your area. If not, there are lots of other ground covers to choose one so pick one best suited for your area and sun exposure. I love that this ...
USDA hardiness zones: 3-8 Sun exposure: Prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun Soil needs: Moist, rich, well-drained soil; cannot tolerate compacted, wet soil Foot traffic: Low to none For both sun- and shade-loving perennials, check your plant hardiness zone to determine what gro...
"The only time I watered the Kurapia was the initial week of planting. After the planting, I was worried a couple of times last summer that the heat and dryness would kill the plants. I attempted to fix my sprinkler system and give the plants a drink, but he location gets significant ...