Fall might seem like a good time to start winding the gardening chores down, but for ground covers, it's one of the best seasons to plant. Cooler temperatures often mean less stress on new roots while ...

While they often fade into the background of your gardenscape, ground cover plants are actually a star feature in any yard. These often low-maintenance plants offer several benefits, including ...

Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) has become one of nature's most effective solutions for creating a lush, weed-resistant ground cover for your lawn. This perennial herb creates a dense mat of foliage ...

A pretty flower garden with brightly colored blooms, ground covers and hedges at the back - Alejandrophotography/Getty Images Keeping pesky weeds at bay is a problem that every gardener must face and ...

For decades, I’ve been telling gardeners that fall is the best time to plant hardy trees, shrubs, vines and ground covers. And despite my efforts, March through May remains the prime season when ...

When planning a garden, I always start by thinking in layers. Varying plant heights not only adds visual depth but also creates opportunities for sustainable gardening practices and supports habitat ...

The transition to fall happens now, though the heat will linger for a while. Days grow noticeably shorter and nights a bit cooler. I’m always sad to say goodbye to summer and dinners eaten on the ...

Hardy cyclamen are a lovely ground cover that get better with each passing year. Native to areas of the Mediterranean such as Greece, Italy, Turkey, and Israel, this low-growing plant has delicate ...

No matter the type of farm, there’s an advantage to planting soil-feeding cover crops ahead of fall and winter. The assistance provided depends on the crops you plant. But there is definitely one out ...