These ground covers can help reduce soil erosion, suppress weeds, add more visual interest to your lawn.
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Garden plants are sometimes divided into decorative or functional categories.
There are several benefits to adding low-growing plants in your yard.
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Sexton says ajuga thrives in partial shade to full sun.
Because it is drought-tolerant, it is ideal for areas where other plants struggle to survive.
This evergreen perennial grows quickly, so gardeners should prune regularly to keep it in the desired area.
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It grows low, spreads horizontally, and offers a beautiful shade of bright green.
Sometimes, clover is used as an alternative tograss lawns, as the shamrock-shaped leaves need infrequent mowing.
Not only is clover visually attractive, but it comes with a host of benefits.
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This semi-evergreen perennial is native to the eastern and central United States.
Ideal for forming a thick, carpet-like mat, creeping phlox grows best in sunny regions with moderate temperatures.
As a bonus, creeping phlox also suppresses weeds by stretching into the gardens root systems.
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Sexton likes the fragrant ground cover, noting its whorled leaves and white, delicate flowers.
Sweet woodruff might thrive planted under trees or woodland gardens, where there is moist, well-drained soil.
Also, sweet woodruff attracts beneficial pollinators.
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says Creeping thyme is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, an ideal option for gardeners wanting minimal upkeep.
Plus, creeping thyme is a flowering and edibleperennial.
The plant spreads rapidly, reducing soil erosion and suppressing pesky weeds.
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There are several varieties for gardeners to select.
This ground cover plant prefers moist, well-drained soil as well as partial shade.
It can spread quickly and even bloom yellow flowers.
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This fast-growing vine is heat tolerant and produces dark green, glossy leaves along with tiny, fragrant flowers.
Low-maintenance and fast-growing, this plant requires trimming to prevent it from spreading to unwanted areas.
Dichondra grows best in spots with excellent drainage and full sun, although it can handle partially shaded locations.
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It can effectively suppress weeds and mitigate soil erosion.
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