Perennial Ground Cover

The "sweet" part of this delicate-looking beauty's name refers to the refreshing hay-like scent of its leaves and flowers. Sweet woodruff, or Galium odoratum (formerly classified as Asperula odorata), is a low-maintenance perennial long cultivated in...

A perfect example is(Hedera helix). Groundcovers serve a number of important functions in the landscape. Plant them a little closer if they're slow growers.Keep in mind that some groundcovers that spread rapidly can become aggressive.

Choose short plants that won't obstruct your path, and plants that are suited to the current light exposure. Only a couple of inches tall, it doesn't create an obstruction. It isn't for everyone because it only grows in USDA zones 9 and warmer.

* Seedlings grown from our seed will not be variegated as the plants are in some of the pictures above. Hardy to at least -15°c. Established plants are fairly drought tolerant, they succeed in dry shade.

If you find a plant you feel will make a good walkway plant, give it a try. Not only do low growing grass and other ground cover plants soften the look of the stone, but they are a low maintenance way to keep weeds away.In order for low garden plants...

Some weeds will grow through it since it has a semi-open habit, but overall is effective at weed control. Over the past three or four years, I have been testing a number of plants to see if they can serve as an effective substitute for mulch.

Dig the soil inside the circle and remove all the grass and weeds growing inside.Use a trowel to dig individual holes for planting the ground cover plants. Some trees, like the Norway maple, have very thick coverage and offer almost no sunlight underneath.

Due to its ease of propagation, it is often an underappreciated plant. It is a very carefree groundcover for shady spots. However, it does have a certain charm and close examination of the flowers will show their exquisite beauty.

* Seedlings grown from our seed will not be variegated as the plants are in some of the pictures above. Hardy to at least -15°c. Established plants are fairly drought tolerant, they succeed in dry shade.

Plants should be spaced about 60cm apart each way. * A good ground cover plant, succeeding in dense shade but rather slow to spread. * Heart-shaped shiny dark green leaves with prominent veins, 9" x 5"; dark violet flowers in August; a 2' mound, flowers...

Older plants can be divided but they germinate easily from seed (do not cover as they need light to germinate) and root easily from herbaceous cuttings. In the garden, provide them with well-drained soil that is not too acidic.

Plants covered in hoar-frost are particularly appealing in fall and winter. They are rated for zones 5 to 8. Some of the more popular cultivars include(more correctly known as ‘Blutenteppich'; carmine-pink fading to light pink on 15 cm stems), 'Peter...

It blooms in spring. * It is found over much of Europe except northern Europe , Ireland , Great Britain , Holland and Poland. * Dwarf bush up to 40 cm, leaves alternate fine pointed, linear, and extended marginal hairs, stipules absent.

Plants should be spaced about 60cm apart each way. * A good ground cover plant, succeeding in dense shade but rather slow to spread. * Heart-shaped shiny dark green leaves with prominent veins, 9" x 5"; dark violet flowers in August; a 2' mound, flowers...

It blooms in spring. * It is found over much of Europe except northern Europe , Ireland , Great Britain , Holland and Poland. * Dwarf bush up to 40 cm, leaves alternate fine pointed, linear, and extended marginal hairs, stipules absent.

The scientific name, Leontopodium , means " lion's paw" and is derived from the Greek words leon (lion) and podion (diminutive of pous , foot). The name comes from German edel (meaning noble ) and weiss (meaning white ).

The scientific name, Leontopodium , means " lion's paw" and is derived from the Greek words leon (lion) and podion (diminutive of pous , foot). The name comes from German edel (meaning noble ) and weiss (meaning white ).

But Aunt Bett had other ideas.Plumbago loves heat, it is drought tolerant and it blooms non stop from summer till early frost. I had spent a few uncertain years being a little afraid of her.

Covering the seeds with a light layer of peat moss helps with moisture retention.It is best to plant seed when the temperatures are in the 70's (21 C.) during the day and the 50's (10 C.) at night.

When growing Japanese ardisia, it performs best in moist, but well-draining, acidic soil.Japanese ardisia is deer resistant. Spreading by rhizomes, it can get three foot or wider. It is also not commonly bothered by pests or diseases.

This means the plant has an extremely aggressive spreading habit. It tends to grow to between 18 and 24 inches (45-62 cm.) high. While this is good news for one of the main wedelia plant uses, holding down soil in otherwise barren sites that are prone...

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. Its evergreen foliage creates a great deal of visual attention.

The plants establish and grow quickly, with remarkable tolerance to poor soils, unfavorable weather conditions and even mechanical damage. This creates an issue, and many gardeners evince the desire to completely remove periwinkle ground cover.It may...

These lovely plants are beautiful cascading over a wall or even a container. Cutting the plants back after bloom can discourage seeding and keep the plants compact and tight. Choose a sunny spot in the garden in early spring with well-draining soil or...

Plant it at the rate of six plants per square yard for the fastest coverage. It can live in soil with low fertility, but the ideal location has fertile, loamy soil. This is especially true if the soil is rich.

Besides shiny dark green, foliage may be variegated in yellow or white. The spring floral display is not without merit. Gardeners and plant breeders are quick to spot and take advantage of these mutations.