It can be hard to know what to do in the darker spots of your yard and knowing which plants will grow happily out of the sun. A big part of creating a is picking out to brighten up the ground beneath trees and in corners sheltered from sun exposure. thrive out of the sun and are perfect for gardening in trickier places.
Choosing the right ground cover plants for shade will create colorful carpets across your yard, no matter how little light it gets. We've spoken to garden experts to compile a list of the best ground cover plants for shade so that you can create a thriving garden no matter how much light your yard gets. Just because you have a shadier backyard doesn't mean you can't have a beautiful carpet of planting.
These ground cover plants for shade will brighten up even the darkest corners of your garden. To create a charming display beneath your trees, choose sweet woodruff, or . This hardy perennial produces small white flowers dotted among a mat of vibrant green.
'Sweet woodruff thrives in shaded areas, offering a sweet fragrance and delicate white flowers,' says , tree expert at Michigan Tree Experts. 'It’s low-maintenance and can quickly cover the ground, suppressing weeds effectively,' he adds. Sweet woodruff is a perfect addition for a , with its sweet smell that also makes it a .
Sweet woodruff thrives in to and can be purchased from a range of suppliers, like this . Darren Muzzy currently serves as the Director of Sales & Operations at Michigan Tree Experts. B.