While turf plays an important role in many gardens, lawns are not always necessary or practical for large areas of the landscape. Alternative options abound for covering the soil, stabilizing slopes, ...

For those who want to create a landscape full of native plants, finding the right groundcover can be a challenge. This vine ...

Whorls of three succulent-like leaves are responsible for this petite perennial sedum’s nickname: three-leaved stonecrop. It tolerates partial shade and is low maintenance once established. Watch for ...

MACOMB — Our landscapes are more than flowers and trees. Within a natural landscape, you will find multiple layers starting at the ground level and moving all the way up into the canopy of the trees.

Drought-tolerant ground covers are low-maintenance plants that conserve water and enhance garden aesthetics. Options like creeping thyme, sedum, and creeping raspberry offer vibrant foliage and ...

This extremely low-maintenance landscaping alternative is beloved across the globe. It tolerates multiple soil types and ...

If you have been considering adding ground covers to your landscape, now through March is an excellent time to plant them. Planting early will provide ground covers with a chance to become somewhat ...

There are many benefits to using wood mulch around your landscape plants, but what about using living mulches? 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS Home and Garden Expert Larry Pfarr explains what they are and how to ...

Many people believe that nothing adds to the visual appeal of a home quite like a well-planned and maintained landscape, no matter the size. Less-than-ideal landscaping or a lack of attention can turn ...

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 ...

Does your yard have trees, palms, shrubs and perennials growing in it? What about ground covers? Ground covers can add beauty to the landscape and benefit the soil. The foliage will protect the soil ...