Ground covers are heroes in the garden—they prevent weeds, control erosion, and protect the roots of neighboring plants. Plus, these low-maintenance plants are often grown as a sustainable alternative ...

Are you looking for a bright and cheery easy-to-grow perennial to fill a shadier spot in your garden? Then it might be worth ...

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In landscaping, ground cover plants usually refers to low-lying plants with a creeping or spreading habit, often evergreen and with twiggy dense growth. But the truth is, any plant that’s no more than ...

I got a real treasure in the mail the other day ― a copy of "Groundcover Revolution: How to use sustainable, low-maintenance, low-water ground covers to replace your turf" by Kathy Jentz (Cool Springs ...

Gardening and landscaping can sometimes be a real chore - especially if your yard has areas where it's difficult to get grass, plants or flowers to take root and flourish. Despite your best efforts, ...

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Best bets for ground covers to brighten up any shady area. If you have a shady spot in your garden, you know how difficult it is to choose plants that will thrive, especially when it comes to ground ...

Question. A low-growing yellow flowering plant is being used in medians and similar areas. Can it be used as a home lawn? Answer: Motorists and homeowners can enjoy the attractive yellow flowers of ...

Do you have an area in your yard with trees that's difficult to grow in? The struggle to find a plant that can thrive in these dry, root-filled conditions is common for many gardeners. Bare ground ...

Welcome to the October edition of the L.A. Times Plants newsletter, with a list of this month’s plant-related activities and upcoming events. But first, let’s celebrate one of my favorite things about ...

B In Louisiana, our weather can turn on a dime — especially this time of year. One day will be cool and crisp; the next, unseasonably warm. Then, surprise! There’s a freeze in the forecast.