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Looking to brighten up your garden?
Flowering ground cover plants are the answer. They add color and keep weeds at bay.
Want to know which ones are the best?
Let’s explore some top picks together!
Creeping Thyme
Creeping Thyme forms a fragrant carpet of tiny flowers and is perfect for filling in gaps between stepping stones.
Plus, it smells amazing when you walk on it!
Phlox Subulata (Creeping Phlox)
Creeping Phlox covers the ground with vibrant, star-shaped flowers, making any garden look like a fairy tale come true.
It’s great for those tough-to-grow areas.
Ajuga (Bugleweed)
Ajuga spreads quickly and adds pops of blue or purple to your garden floor.
It’s super low-maintenance, so you can just plant it and forget it.
Creeping Jenny
Creeping Jenny is bright and cheerful with its yellow-green foliage.
It’s fantastic for adding a lush, trailing effect around borders and pathways.
Sweet Woodruff
Sweet Woodruff has lovely white flowers and a sweet scent that can freshen up any shady spot.
It’s like nature’s air freshener!
Lamium (Dead Nettle)
Lamium grows well in shaded areas and boasts uniquely patterned leaves with pretty pink or white flowers.
It’s a stylish ground cover that stands out.
Mazus Reptans
Mazus Reptans produces small but stunning purple or blue flowers, creating a mini meadow right at your feet.
Ideal for moist areas that need some color.
Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster features cascading red berries along with small white or pink flowers.
It’s perfect for ground cover that’s not just about blooms but also winter interest.