Fall might seem like a good time to start winding the gardening chores down, but for ground covers, it's one of the best seasons to plant. Cooler temperatures often mean less stress on new roots while ...

Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) has become one of nature's most effective solutions for creating a lush, weed-resistant ground cover for your lawn. This perennial herb creates a dense mat of foliage ...

A pretty flower garden with brightly colored blooms, ground covers and hedges at the back - Alejandrophotography/Getty Images Keeping pesky weeds at bay is a problem that every gardener must face and ...

Hardy cyclamen are a lovely ground cover that get better with each passing year. Native to areas of the Mediterranean such as Greece, Italy, Turkey, and Israel, this low-growing plant has delicate ...

For decades, I’ve been telling gardeners that fall is the best time to plant hardy trees, shrubs, vines and ground covers. And despite my efforts, March through May remains the prime season when ...

If you have a sloped landscape, you know how difficult it can be to find suitable plants to grow on it. Because of their angle, slopes can experience a lot of water runoff, causing the plants to ...

Research plants before purchasing to understand their mature size, sun tolerance, and suitability for your landscape. When planting, dig a wide, shallow hole and ensure the base of the plant's trunk ...

Evergreen ground cover plants add color to the winter garden while performing important ecological services. Discover hardy perennials and shrubs that add color and texture to the landscape all year ...