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 ...

Groundcovers are your secret weapon for filling in garden gaps, keeping weeds in check, and adding a splash of color without the hassle. Whether you’ve got a sunny slope or a shady nook that could use ...

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A lovely landscaped garden with paving stones, different plants and bark mulch - Brebca/Getty Images If you're on the lookout for a new ground cover to add to your recently established flower beds and ...

Weeding and mulching are the two most time-consuming and expensive maintenance steps for most landscape beds, and the least fun. So are cleanup and raking of windfall leaves, sticks, litter and debris ...

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 ...

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 ...

I created a long bed for flowers that is 6 feet wide I would like to plant mostly perennial flowers. Could you give me suggestions of flower varieties so I can have color from spring through fall? If ...