Is Ground Cover Plants?

Typically, a ground cover plant is some form of a low-growing ornamental perennial plant, but there are also some creeping shrubs that can serve this function, as well as ornamental grasses or self-seeding annuals.

Is ground cover good for plants?

Ground cover plants are all-around problem-solvers: They retain moisture, control erosion, and provide habitat for pollinators like bees and butterflies. While grass is typically the best way to fill out empty space, sometimes low-growing plants are a better — and prettier — option.

Is ground cover a perennial?

Commonly known as lilyturf, all four species of these grass-like blooms are perennials. ... Consider this one of the easier perennial ground covers, namely because it can bloom in partial shade with moist soil.