California Native Ground Cover

Lay a layer of bark or otherin between the plants to help retain moisture and to shade out any emerging roots.Water the plants once a week until they begin spreading and have established themselves.

Just don't look for it in the run-of-the-mill mail order catalogs and big box garden centers. I don't know that I've ever seen yellow root in a natural setting. Thesearch and mapping tool showed me that I can find yellow root in their Fern Valley native...

It's a treat to discover one with purple markings, and I tell myself that I should transplant this one to a safer place, away from the yard work that is soon to come.Yes, summer is imminent, but I am enjoying the enchantment of spring undisturbed 'til...

Deer resistant ground cover. Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' better known as Black Mondo Grass is dense, purplish, grass-like ground cover used for high contrast foliage look. Thrilling shade garden plant with various applications, use as purple-black...

They vary from a few centimeters to several feet tall. Cultivars can sometimes be easier to find commercially than species Penstemon, so keep your eyes open for these stunners!A new group of Penstemon cultivars called Phoenix Series.

A weed-free raked area is best. Let's find out more about how to grow dichondra ground cover.7-11) that has a somewhat upright, creeping habit with circular leaves. Depending on how sunny the planting area is, seeds may need to be watered a few times...

From spring through summer, small pale pink flowers hang beneath its whorled foliage tips. For Japanese ardisia plant info and care tips, continue reading.Japanese ardisia is a creeping, woody shrub that only grows 8-12 (20-30 cm.) tall.

The plant is extremely tough and can handle pruning almost down to the ground. Keep reading to learn both about growing wedelia groundcover and the dangers of wedelia propagation.) is an herbaceous perennial that's hardy in USDA zones 8b through 11.

In addition to being disease, deer, and insect resistant, this Juniper is drought and salt tolerant. Blue-green foliage with a silvery tint decorates the landscape all year long, as this evergreen never fades.

English Ivy is a vigorous grower so some precautions have to be used when planting near woodlands where it can become invasive if not properly groomed once or twice a year. English Ivy is incredibly versatile often seen in landscapes as ground cover,...

Most likely, once you have a good stand of this plant, you will never need to purchase plants or seeds again. Seeds of cultivars may not come back true to type, and since the plants hybridize readily, seedlings may produce plants different from the parent.Any...

The plants establish and grow quickly, with remarkable tolerance to poor soils, unfavorable weather conditions and even mechanical damage. For periwinkle weed control in large areas where digging is not practical, use an oil based herbicide.

) is one of the earliest bloomers in spring. Cutting the plants back after bloom can discourage seeding and keep the plants compact and tight. These easy-care plants are also adapted to partial shade locations but some blooms may be sacrificed.

It is suitable for U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 through 7 or 8.To grow mazus where you now have a lawn, first remove the grass. It tolerates moderate to high moisture levels, but the roots shouldn't stand in water.

The most common single-flowered cultivars are 'Bowle's Variety', 'Alba' and 'Atropurpurea'As with so many other plants that have been in cultivation for many years, variegated sports have arisen.

Plant red creeping thyme between paving stones or along the walkway and enjoy its fragrance every time you enter the garden. Tall plants are densely covered with tiny, dark green, shiny leaves that are intensely aromatic when crushed.

Essentially, caring for partridgeberry plant once it's established only involves removing garden debris from the mat.If you want to propagate partridgeberry, dig up a section of established plants and transfer it to a new area.

Seed starting mixtures or garden soil are adequate for sowing. Pussytoes ground cover is native to the western United States and Canada. Allow the top surface of the soil to dry out completely before irrigation.

One small plant can spread to 8 feet across.Growing periwinkle as a ground cover is common as it rarely reaches more than 4 inches in height. Growing periwinkle in partial shade creates more vigorous growth.

Keep reading for more bearberry plant info.) is a low-growing ground cover that usually tops out between 6 and 12 inches. The flexible stems sport teardrop-shaped, leathery leaves in dark green.

A basket hanging from the ceiling or a pot that sits on a tall table are good options for enjoying the trailing vines of your Silver Falls houseplant.During spring and summer months, you can allow the plant to soak up the sun outdoors.

This gorgeous groundcover can handle full sun or shade, and will perform reliably for years to come. The Variegated Asiatic Jasmine provides a twist on the classic groundcover, the Asiatic Jasmine.

Dwarf Mondo Grass is the miniature version of the other Mondo Grass offered at Homedepot.com. Dwarf Mondo is often used as groundcover and as an accent mixed in with rock walkways.

It is perfect for the front of a perennial border, planting en masse or highlighting the edge of a winding woodland garden path. Sunsparkler Dazzle berry Sedum is good for nearly every part of the garden with its low-growing, beautifully rounded form...

In summer this Liriope will develop lilac blooms which stands out boldly against the foliage, then as the flowers fade dark berries will replace them on the bloom stalks in fall. Variegated Liriope is an ornamental grass with leaves that have bold contrasting...

To make sure you get all of the roots, cut through the foliage and remove the top 4 to 6 inches of soil across the area where the plants grow.. Read on for information on removing pachysandra ground cover.Pachysandra is an invasive perennial ground cover...

Instead, use it as a lawn replacement in areas with light foot traffic, in rock gardens, or in rock walls. Spp.), also called cinquefoil, is an ideal ground cover for partly shady areas.