Your Complete Guide to Groundcover Plants: Versatile, Low-Maintenance Landscaping Solutions
Groundcover plants serve as an essential part of landscaping, providing erosion control, weed suppression, and year-round beauty with minimal maintenance. Whether you need groundcovers for sun, shade, slopes, or pathways, Greenwood Nursery offers a diverse selection designed to thrive in a variety of environments.
Groundcovers are more than just fillers; they offer a range of benefits for home gardens and commercial landscapes.
✔ Erosion Control – Helps stabilize soil on slopes and prevent runoff.
✔ Weed Suppression – Forms a dense carpet that naturally reduces weed growth.
✔ Drought Resistance – Many varieties require little watering once established.
✔ Low Maintenance – No need for frequent mowing or pruning like traditional lawns.
✔ Enhanced Aesthetics – Adds texture, color, and visual interest to gardens.
✔ Pollinator-Friendly – Some flowering groundcovers attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
Different groundcover varieties offer unique characteristics based on their growing conditions and aesthetic appeal.
Evergreen Groundcovers
Provide year-round greenery, ideal for landscaping borders, foundations, and woodland gardens.
- Vinca Minor Bare Root – A fast-spreading, shade-tolerant groundcover perfect for erosion control.
- Pachysandra Bare Root – Forms dense, low-growing mats in shaded areas under trees.
- Wintercreeper – Versatile groundcover for both horizontal spreading and vertical climbing.
Flowering Groundcovers
Offer seasonal color while maintaining low-maintenance appeal.
- Creeping Phlox – Covers ground with vibrant blooms in early spring.
- Ajuga (Bugleweed) – Displays attractive blue, pink, or white flowers and thrives in partial shade.
- Verbena – Spreads quickly and provides continuous blooms in sunny areas.
Drought-Tolerant Groundcovers
Perfect for dry climates and water-conscious landscaping.
- Thyme Varieties – Fragrant, hardy, and great for walkways.
- Vinca – Once established, requires minimal supplemental watering.
- Liriope – Tolerates both sun and shade and thrives with minimal irrigation.
Shade-Loving Groundcovers
Ideal for woodland gardens, under trees, and low-light areas.
- Pachysandra Terminalis – A top choice for shady landscapes.
- Sweet Woodruff – Spreads in cool, shaded environments.
- Lamb’s Ear – Silvery foliage brightens dim corners.
Fast-Growing Groundcovers
For those looking to quickly cover large areas.
- Wintercreeper – Rapid spread makes it ideal for erosion control.
- Creeping Jenny – Provides a golden-green carpet in moist soils.
- Bugleweed (Ajuga) – Speeds up coverage and prevents weeds.
✔ Choose the Right Spot – Consider sunlight exposure, soil drainage, and climate suitability.
✔ Prepare the Soil – Loosen compacted soil, enrich with compost, and ensure adequate drainage.
✔ Plant at the Right Depth – Keep the root collar level with surrounding soil for strong establishment.
✔ Space Wisely – Follow recommended spacing per plant type to achieve desired coverage.
✔ Water Strategically – Deep water initially, then reduce frequency once plants establish.
✔ Mulch for Success – Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
✔ Prune & Trim as Needed – Some fast-growing varieties benefit from periodic trimming to maintain shape and coverage.
Greenwood Nursery’s Online Plants Nursery offers top-quality groundcover plants for every landscaping need—whether you’re covering slopes, filling bare spots, or designing stunning borders.
Don’t wait—popular varieties sell fast! Order today and simplify your landscaping with our easy-care selections.
