6 Ground Cover Plants You Can Grow Instead of Grass

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is an excellent alternative to grass, forming a dense mat of lush green foliage that produces tiny, fragrant flowers all summer long.

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Creeping Thyme

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Irish moss is the perfect grass replacement for areas with shady, moist soil. It forms a dense mossy carpet of tiny leaves and small white flowers.

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Irish Moss

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If you want a grass replacement in a hurry, creeping Jenny is a great option. It grows rapidly and fills in large areas quickly.

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Creeping Jenny

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Blue star creeper is the ideal ground cover for areas under trees or in dappled shade.

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Blue Star Creeper

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There are many varieties of sedums, including low-growing cultivars that spread rapidly to cover bare ground.

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Sedum

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is a fast-growing ground cover with attractive foliage in green, bronze, and purple shades.

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Bugleweed