Front yard ground cover ideas

Ground cover plants are an essential part of landscaping and have many uses in the garden. They can be used to carpet the garden, prevent erosion on slopes, cover shaded areas under trees, and prevent weeds from choking out other plants. Not only that, but they can also add new colors and textures into the landscape. Many produce prolific blooms during the spring and summer growing seasons for an extra splash of color! We have formulated a list of the best ground cover plants to prevent…

Ideal for filling gaps in paving or replacing areas of lawn, these plants are perfect for walking on

This list of ground covers for shade is perfect if you don't have a lot of sunlight. Here you'll find lots of options for a low-light garden.

Let’s face it, anywhere you put mulch, you can dig a hole and plant ground cover. Indeed, ground cover plants are simply living mulches that don’t cost time or money to install every spring. Just like mulch they help retain soil moisture, and they keep weeds from crowding in. Ground cover also provides an extra layer of color and, often, beautiful flowers.

We're sharing the best drought-tolerant plants (perennials) to elevate your front yard landscaping and curb appeal. Find gorgeous drought-resistant plants that thrive in full sun and heat and work well for ground cover, flower bed borders, and more. If you want a better drought-tolerant landscape or drought-tolerant garden, definitely read this post!

If you have a garden space that is anything like mine, it is likely that you have some space that has harder soil that is difficult to incorporate into your

Ground covers for shade need to be tough to thrive without sunshine, but some can be too invasive. Look at five good choices and seven to perhaps avoid.

Shade Loving Ground Covers are an excellent option for sun-deprived areas. Pick one out for your garden from the given list.

Whether you have a tree that provides so much shade that grass won't grow under it, a tree with exposed roots sticking out of the ground, or you just want want to beautify the ground

Learn how to fill your beds bare spots with striking color using our favorite ground cover perennials. From purchase to planting, we cover it all.