Creeping thyme in full bloom with light pink flowers next to creeping phlox with darker pink flowers - Undefined Undefined/Getty Images If you're looking for a ground cover to prevent weeds from ...

While creeping and spreading plants make beautiful ground covers for flower beds, natural areas, or foundation plantings, they also bring lots of charm when used to fill container gardens and pots.

Groundcovers are your secret weapon for filling in garden gaps, keeping weeds in check, and adding a splash of color without the hassle. Whether you’ve got a sunny slope or a shady nook that could use ...

Be careful what you wish for when planting ground covers. Most will do exactly that — cover the ground! For years I have had a healthy crop of creeping thyme. Everywhere. It tends to show up ...

Just because you are planting in the shade, it does not mean that you want boring or drab ground cover. While it can be a unique challenge, growing in shaded areas will add beauty and life to all ...

Kristyn Greenfield likes to plant two or three kinds of groundcovers, mixing colors and textures, and plant other perennials between them so the groundcovers don’t end up eventually growing together.

Many gardeners have areas of their yard where the sun just won't shine, making it hard for grass and other plants to survive. If you're tired of looking at these dark patches of dirt, consider growing ...

Q. I removed my lawn a couple years ago and planted some California natives and other low-water-use plants in the space. But I’m having problems with weeds. Do you have some suggestions for ground ...