Red Ground Cover

Many times, they may look too harsh or are prone to allow difficult to remove weeds to grow. 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...

In any landscaping design, but the ground around their trunks can often be a problem. Others have sparser branches and smaller leaves, giving you more options to choose from. Grass might have a hard time growing around roots and the shade a tree offers...

Thrilling shade garden plant with various applications, use as purple-black ground cover for exotic Asian gardens, fine texture color for containers, and stunning contrast for the front of the shade border.

Let's find out more about how to grow dichondra ground cover.7-11) that has a somewhat upright, creeping habit with circular leaves. This low maintenance plant with fan-shaped foliage, does well in full sun, requires only minimal care and is drought resistant.freestar.queue.push(function()...

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. However, depending on variety, new growth comes in deep shades of copper or bronze.

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. It will grow and thrive almost anywhere as long as the weather is warm enough.

Blue-green foliage with a silvery tint decorates the landscape all year long, as this evergreen never fades. Unlike many other spreading groundcover shrubs, the 'Parsonii' Juniper delivers the height of a traditional shrub at 2 ft.

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

Manual removal is the least toxic method but the roots may grow several feet in the ground so deep digging is necessary.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });Several states classify periwinkle as an invasive...

Every 1 to 3 years dig up the plant and divide to prevent center die out and propagate more plants for free.Keep Aubrieta moderately moist especially during the growing season. The plant prefers sites that are rich in lime.

Even though the plants spread aggressively to fill in bare spots, they aren't considered invasive because they don't become a problem in wild areas.is a tiny perennial that can make a big impact in the landscape.

Besides shiny dark green, foliage may be variegated in yellow or white. 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...

A spectacular sight in the front of the border or cascading over a wall, it's the easiest and most attractive way to blanket the sunny ground with radiant color. Tall plants are densely covered with tiny, dark green, shiny leaves that are intensely aromatic...

The flowers grow in groups of two, and when they are fertilized, the ovaries of the twin flowers meld to form one fruit.The red berries remain on the plant all winter long, even for an entire year if left alone.

Transplant the seedlings after all danger of frost has passed andThe biggest problems with this plant are generally related to excess moisture and fungal disease. Allow the top surface of the soil to dry out completely before irrigation.

The periwinkle plant takes its common name from the attractive blooms that dot the foliage in April to May, appearing in the color of periwinkle blue. Do not plant near other specimens in the flower bed or garden, as it may overtake and choke out valuable...

This plain-looking little ground cover, also known by the name kinnikinnik, is surprisingly popular with landscapers and homeowners who need a low-growing perennial that requires little care.

As an outdoor plant it makes a pretty ground cover or trailing plant, but growing a Silver Falls dichondra indoors in a container is also a great option. Find a spot that gets some direct sunlight throughout the day, as Silver Falls prefers partial shade...

Glossy green and cream white oval foliage spreads quickly, and is perfect for covering a large area in a short period of time. This gorgeous groundcover can handle full sun or shade, and will perform reliably for years to come.

It is considered evergreen in warmer climates, but will turn brown in cooler areas then come back out in spring. 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...

Read on for information on removing pachysandra ground cover.Pachysandra is an invasive perennial ground cover that spreads throughout the garden by means of underground stems and roots.

The plants thrive in average, moist but well-drained soil. Afterward, water often enough to keep the soil lightly moist. Potentilla gets the name “cinquefoil” from the French word “cinq” which means five.In spring, cinquefoil plants are covered...

Everything old is new again, and edible landscaping is an example of this adage. (10-12 C.) in a shaded to partially shaded location, in rows that are 8-12 inches apart, ¼ inch deep and space the rows ½ inch away from each other.From early to mid-spring...

The plants require moist soil, especially in spring when they are growing the most.You can plant this Saxifraga from seed but for faster plants, divide a mature clump. Combat these by avoiding overhead watering when the plant can't dry out quickly and...

Space the plants 6 to 12 inches apart to accommodate their spread.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });Pachysandra prefers soil that is moist and amended with rich organic matter.