Ground Cover - Epic Gardening

Creeping Thyme: Flowering Herb And Ground Cover

July 7, 2022July 6, 2022 by Ann McCarron

Creeping thyme creates a low pink, white, or purple carpet of flowers if used as a lawn substitute. Our in-depth guide reveals growing tips!

June 25, 2022 by KelliKlein

Bearberry is a common sight throughout the Pacific Northwest and throughout the western US. Our guide shares tips on growing it!

June 5, 2022 by Rachel Garcia

The ice plant is a wide category of succulents, but how do you care for them? We share tips to care for these drought-tolerant plants!

June 5, 2022 by KelliKlein

What is kurapia ground cover? We discuss this fascinating drought-tolerant plant and how it’s used in lieu of lawns for landscaping!

June 22, 2022May 4, 2022 by KelliKlein

Selecting cover crops for raised beds shouldn’t be a chore. We break down a variety of these and help you pick what’s best for your beds!

February 23, 2022 by Kendra Meador

Trying to create a beautiful xeriscape? We’re exploring our favorite succulent ground cover plants to provide some unconventional choices!

February 21, 2022 by Kaleigh Brillon

Sweet woodruff has flowers reminiscent of baby’s breath, and it thrives in shady areas. Our complete growing guide shares how to grow it!

June 21, 2022February 19, 2022 by Jesse Snyder

There are many types of clover used for a clover cover crop, but some are better than others. We walk through the basics of getting started!

January 19, 2022 by Kendra Meador

A good evergreen ground cover will provide year-round foliage as well as erosion control. We explore our preferred varieties!

June 21, 2022January 17, 2022 by Kaleigh Brillon

The red clover plant is commonly used as a green manure, but did you know its roots can go down 8 feet? We explore this useful cover crop!

June 21, 2022November 8, 2021 by Sarah Jay

An alfalfa cover crop can gradually build your soil’s nitrogen level through tilling or chop-and-drop. We cover how this process works!

October 27, 2021 by Sarah Jay

Lovely Irish moss plant makes for a beautiful border between cobblestones or a lush lawn replacement. We share tips for your Irish moss!