Ground covers are beautiful. Green mulch mimics nature, like the photos of plant pairings found in County Park. One landscaping style crafts a plant palette similar to what used to grow in the space.

Many ground covers require at least a little bit of direct sun, making them difficult to grow under trees. But, here's one option that will grow in deep shade.

An early spring bloomer, green and gold (Chrysogonum virginianum) boasts bright green leaves with yellow-orange, daisy-like blossoms."It will spread by above-ground shoots, but it’s an ideal ...

Ground cover is a cost-effective, fast way to deal with difficult trouble spots. It performs the job of mulch at a fraction of the cost, blocking weed growth, insulating soil, protecting more ...

Installing your new ground cover. When it’s time to fill in the now-bare ground, it’s best to use mats of plants for full coverage, but this can be expensive.