Ground covers are the problem solvers of the garden. They’re attractive, they fill in where other plants won’t grow, and you can use them as alternatives to high-maintenance grassy lawns. Best of all, ...

Adding a lush ground cover to your flower garden is a great way to keep weeds at bay and complement tall plants. But finding the right fit for an area that receives morning sun and afternoon shade can ...

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 ...

Evergeens can bring color to the landscape while it's cold, and can anchor a good flower garden in the spring and summer. Evergreen ground covers can actually wake a dormant lawn up with patches of ...

DEAR NEIL: Shade has been increasing in my backyard as the trees have grown larger. I’ve taken out more struggling St. Augustine as I’ve expanded shrub and groundcover beds. What low and mid-sized ...

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 ...

Keeping up with a traditional lawn can feel like a never-ending chore. If you’re looking for ways to cut down on yard work without sacrificing a lush, green look, ground covers might be just what you ...