Tag Archives: Ground cover

GROUND COVER: Podophyllum peltatum (Mayapple)

Posted on May 4, 2018 by

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This native ground cover spreads to carpet the floor of mixed deciduous forests from Canada to Florida. Its showy white flowers emerge from two- leaved plants in early spring, but can be hidden by the umbrella-like leaves. Its edible fruit, the mayapple, can be used for preserves and jellies. Continue reading →

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PERENNIAL/GROUND COVER: Phlox divaricata (Woodland Phlox)

Posted on April 27, 2018 by

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This lovely wildflower is native to rich forests and fields in portions of the Mid-Atlantic Region including NoVA (except Prince William County). As the species name divaricata suggests, this shade-loving phlox has a spreading habit, making it a good woodland ground cover. Continue reading →

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GROUND COVER: Iris cristata (Dwarf Crested Iris)

Posted on April 6, 2018 by

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Indigenous mostly to southern Virginia, this diminutive iris is also native to Fairfax and Prince William counties as well as seven counties in Pennsylvania and Maryland and in the District of Columbia. Its colorful blooms and easy culture make it a valuable addition to a woodland garden. Spring flowers in various shades of purple form a lovely carpet. Continue reading →

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GROUND COVER: Packera aurea (Golden Ragwort)

Posted on March 30, 2018 by

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Earlier classified as Senecio aureus, this native wildflower grows in moist
fields and woods throughout much of the eastern half of North America
and as far west as Texas. Golden flowers bloom for about three weeks and
after they have faded, shiny basal foliage serves as a pretty ground cover. Continue reading →

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GROUND COVER: Pachysandra procumbens

Posted on February 9, 2018 by

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Why plant English Ivy, Vinca, or Liriope when you can enjoy this southern, semi-evergreen gem? Fragrant white flower spikes in spring, later become camouflaged by a new flush of gorgeous, crisp green foliage. Leaves have a scalloped margin and take on an attractive mottling. Continue reading →

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GROUND COVER: Heuchera villosa (Hairy Alumroot)

Posted on August 25, 2017 by

Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic Although Hairy Alumroot’s native habitat* in Virginia is mostly in the southwestern mountains, its five-inch wide, semi-evergreen leaves and lateseason flower plumes make it a species worthy of consideration for a woodland garden. … Continue reading →

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