Creeping phlox is a low-growing perennial that you’ll often spot tumbling over walls, carpeting a bank, or stitching itself between rock crevices. What I like about it is its sheer determination, ...

Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) has become one of nature's most effective solutions for creating a lush, weed-resistant ground cover for your lawn. This perennial herb creates a dense mat of foliage ...

I spend a lot of time thinking about dirt. Mostly, as I look around my yard, I often don't see the shrubs and trees and flowers as much as I see the dirt beneath them. Because exposed dirt means two ...

Planting ground covers between pavers can add a delicate, organic element to your patios, walkways, and garden borders. However, doing so requires plants that are low-growing, sturdy enough to stand ...

A: I’ve received many questions recently about ground covers. Which are good for sun? Which are good for shade? Which are fast-growing? What is best for a slope? Not knowing how much sun (but assuming ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ground cover plants are a great addition to any garden, providing beautiful foliage and even choking out unwanted weeds. A plant qualifies as ...

Do you have an area in your yard with trees that's difficult to grow in? The struggle to find a plant that can thrive in these dry, root-filled conditions is common for many gardeners. Bare ground ...