Nature’s living carpets, groundcovers are the garden’s problem-solvers—spreading across bare soil, suppressing weeds, and transforming difficult spaces while adding year-round texture, color, and erosion control. They work beautifully as landscaping ground covers, especially in tricky spots like ground covering for shaded areas or areas needing ground covers for partial sun and ground cover for part sun. Gardeners can also choose seasonal color options like annual ground cover flowers and annual ground cover plants to quickly fill gaps with vibrant growth.

These versatile plants enrich soil, support pollinators, and bring cohesion to any design. Whether you need drought-tolerant spreaders or shade-loving creepers, groundcovers deliver effortless charm across the landscape. Shop Annie’s Annuals selection of groundcover plants below.