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 ...

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 ...

In landscaping, ground cover plants usually refers to low-lying plants with a creeping or spreading habit, often evergreen and with twiggy dense growth. But the truth is, any plant that’s no more than ...

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 ...

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 ...

Q. I removed my lawn a couple years ago and planted some California natives and other low-water-use plants in the space. But I’m having problems with weeds. Do you have some suggestions for ground ...

Q: Do ground covers really help reduce soil temperature and retain soil moisture? A: Any organic material or low-growing plant can be used to cover an area in the landscape and provide a surprising ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While meticulously manicured grass lawns are a staple of modern ...

For all 45 years that I’ve been doing my radio programs I’ve kept logs of all the questions that have prompted listeners to call in for help. Season after season, for all those years, “Lawns” have ...