Ground covers don't always get the spotlight they deserve. They're the quiet team players of the garden, filling in gaps, covering bare spots, and making everything look a little more "finished." But ...

Filling in empty spots in your garden can be a chore, but if the spots are in a damp area, the difficulty increases. Whether there's poor drainage or your garden is set in a low-lying area where water ...

Looking to refresh your yard without waiting forever for results? Fast-growing plants can give your home a burst of color and ...

Looking for a flower that doubles as a beautiful ground cover plant? An unassuming wildflower called fleabane (Erigeron spp.) could do just the trick. Though it's not the most flashy pick (and ...

While there's no such thing as an inherently bad plant, there is such a thing as the wrong plant—whether it's ill-suited to your soil, climate, or spatial limitations. In particular, certain ...

Ever look at your yard and wish it could burst into color overnight? Fast-growing flowers are a secret weapon for anyone who ...