Ground covers are great for preventing soil erosion and creating a lush look in your outdoor space, and these picks are even easier to maintain than grass.

In landscaping, ground cover plants usually refers to low-lying plants with a creeping or spreading habit, often evergreen and with twiggy dense growth. But the truth is, any plant that’s no more than ...

A paved path in a garden is bordered by white and pink hydrangeas shrubs along with other verdant plants. - Nkrivko/Getty Images Boasting a pom-pom-like flower head and bell-shaped petals, hydrangeas ...

Drought-tolerant ground covers are low-maintenance plants that conserve water and enhance garden aesthetics. Options like creeping thyme, sedum, and creeping raspberry offer vibrant foliage and ...

When planning a garden, I always start by thinking in layers. Varying plant heights not only adds visual depth but also creates opportunities for sustainable gardening practices and supports habitat ...

Ground covers are usually described as low-growing evergreen plants that form a tight mat. The problem with this narrow description is that there are few applications for this type of covering in ...

Courtesy St. Augustine grass on the left changes to mondograss on the right and up the hill. Mondograss is one of many ground covers that performs well in shady areas, while St. Augustine requires sun ...

Irene prostrate rosemary is an excellent ground cover for low-water, easy-care landscapes. Ellen Zagory This is one part in a weekly series featuring the UC Davis Arboretum’s “Life After Lawn” series ...