Tired of patchy grass in the shade? These hardy lawn alternatives — barren strawberry, cranesbill, and Epimedium — are robust, flowering, and low-maintenan ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In the garden, fast-growing ground covers still deliver a dual purpose. They help tame weeds, retain soil ...

If you're looking for a dense-growing ground cover that can beautify those shady garden areas next to a walkway or path, finding a lovely native species is ideal because it usually won't be invasive ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Master Gardeners frequently get asked questions. A recent question I received was, “What can I grow in darkness?” Hmm, I thought ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Woman weeding under a tree - Westersoe/Getty Images Tired of battling stubborn weeds in those shadowy corners of your garden?

In landscaping, ground covers are a wonderful tool that are often chosen for aesthetic reasons. These plantings can be used to introduce a new color to an area that needs a lift or to introduce a ...

Have a shady spot where grass won't grow? There's a ground cover for that. Have a bank that is too steep to mow easily? There's a ground cover for that. Need to fill in a bare spot in your landscape ...

Tired of patchy lawns and endless weeding? Meet the ground cover plants that practically do your gardening for you. If your ...

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Different types of shade (dense, partial, filtered) require different plants. Groundcovers like Asiatic jasmine and cast iron plants are suitable for dense shade. Partial shade allows for a wider ...