At ground cover plants are those that form a type of vegetation cover in the garden. They usually have a low height and are perfect for covering the earth in an ornamental way.
Scaevola aemula. (Photo:; Disclosure)
Despite being used to line surfaces, flooring plants are not resistant to trampling. They can be grown at any time of the year, but in the winter months growth tends to be slower.
When well treated, ground cover plants complete the landscaping project with more color and texture. They perform the function of protecting the soil from erosion and act against drying caused by the sun.
What this article covers:
The main forage plants
Check below the main ground cover plant species🇧🇷
Scaevola emulates: It is a very flowering plant and considered perfect for flower beds exposed to full sun.
Polygonum capitatum: Also known as the English rug, this plant is graceful and perfect for cold weather. Its cultivation takes place under the sun.
Sindapsus aureus: also called boa constrictors, these plants are grown both in shade and full sun. If there is no sunlight, the leaves remain small. Excess sun makes the leaves reach up to 80 cm.
Dianthus chinensis: it is a kind of ground cover that can be planted in both hot and cold weather. Full sun guarantees beautiful flowers.
Dianthus chinensis. (Photo: Disclosure)
verbena tenuisecta: native to Brazil, this plant flowers mainly in spring, is grown in areas under full sun and has great resistance.
Selaginella kraussiana: the plant, also called moss, is perfect for lining vases and flowerbeds in the shade.
Arachis pintoia: this flowering, also called peanut grass, is perfect for a concentrated flower bed, but unable to withstand frost. The little flowers appear in spring and summer.
Peanut grass. (Photo: Disclosure)
Hedera canariensis: It is a species suitable for lining shady areas and grows quickly.
bicolor maranta: the printed leaves promise to leave the landscaping of the internal garden with a touch of sophistication.
Tips for taking care of the linings
• At covering species The most commonly used are peanut grass and English ivy.
• Before planting, it is important to seek information about how each species develops.
• To close off a space, seedlings should be planted close together.
• Ground cover plants normally do not accept pruning.
• To keep the beautiful lining it is necessary to fertilize, make periodic watering and remove dry leaves.
