Native ground covers serve many of the same functions as lawns and can help save water while supporting pollinators. If you ...

They fill in bare spots, discourage weeds and erosion, and help prevent the soil from getting parched by the sun. Although ...

Ground covers can be a lifesaver for bringing color to your gardens and suppressing and outcompeting weeds. Opting for native ground covers that appeal to your local pollinators and birds is even ...

Clay soil can pose challenges for many gardeners, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a lackluster landscape. If you ...

Have a space under a tree where lawn will not grow? Replace it with native groundcover plants. Staff favorites in these spaces include wild ginger (Asarum canadense) and a variety of sedges such as ...

Homeowners seeking lawn alternatives can consider low-maintenance, drought-resistant groundcovers. Sunshine mimosa, Asiatic jasmine, perennial peanut, and frog fruit are viable alternatives to ...

Grass lawns aren't just one of the most popular ground covers; they're also one of the highest-maintenance plants in our yards. From frequent mowing and watering to fertilizing and reseeding, grass ...