The success of the landscaping of a garden is based mainly on the plants that are used, since they are basically the ones that make up the garden. And there are many types of plants available for use in the garden, such as vines, trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, herbs, cacti, and succulents. For this article, let’s talk about vines: any vine plant that trails along the ground and climbs up walls, pergolas, arches, porches, trellises, pillars, and pergolas. In general, vines make good ground covers. Below are some examples of climbing plants that can be used as ground covers.
1. Creeping Thyme – It is commonly called a “walk on me” plant because it is usually planted as a ground cover between steep stones, on patios, and in areas near the base of rockeries. It is abundant, with tiny, aromatic leaves, and its flowers vary from stunning white to crimson or pink. This plant is one of those easy plants to grow because it can survive with little to no care.
2. Trailing Myrtle – also known as a periwinkle. This vine is perennial and has waxy evergreen leaves. It can have white or pink flowers with scented bluish-black berries.
3. Golden star – is a herbaceous plant that flowers in spring and can continue to flower in summer. It has scalloped leaves and yellow flowers. This plant can form a mat on the ground (for 4 inches tall, it can spread 1 foot wide).
4. Plumbago – Known to be the perfect ground cover because it is one of the easiest plants to grow. It can grow in all conditions and its blue flowers bloom in clusters like a peacock.
5. Carpet Grass – This grass makes a good ground cover because it grows better than other grasses in low, moist soil and in sunny or shady areas. This is a perennial herb with thick leaves. The only problem with this grass is during the drought or dry season because it will need frequent watering.
Those are the common examples of creeping plants that gardeners used in their gardens. As ground covers, vines in your soil will add a beautiful backdrop to your garden plants. Other than that, these vines will also crowd out weeds and, because they are compact, will choke out grasses. Thus, vines not only add beauty to your garden but also keep your garden looking neat and tidy. The choice of vines to use depends on the design of your garden. If you need to have an attractive and beautiful garden with the right design, you can hire professional landscapers to help you make your garden.
