Native Ground Cover

Adiantum pedatum

Maidenhair Fern

Adiantum pedatum
Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum pedatum) thrives in well-drained to slightly damp soil. The gorgeous foliage of this fern makes a perfect foil for other...
Anemone canadensis

Canada Anemone

Anemone canadensis
Attractive foliage and bright white flowers of Canada Anemone (Anemone canadensis) provide an excellent groundcover for damp areas. Spreads rapidly...
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Bearberry

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
The low growing shrub Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) is often used as a native groundcover on dry, sandy and rocky soils, in full sun to light...
Asarum canadense

Wild Ginger Plant

Asarum canadense
Groundcover Repels Garlic Mustard! Sturdy rootstocks and soft green leaves creep to cover woodland slopes, rocky soils, and any shady area. Once...
Athyrium filix-femina

Lady Fern

Athyrium filix-femina
Lady Fern (Athyrium filix-femina) is widely adaptable and fast growing classic beauty. Creeping by rootstocks, it is perfect for planting on wooded...
Carex cephalophora*

Oval Headed Sedge Plant

Carex cephalophora*
This attractive woodland sedge looks great when mixed with woodland wildflowers. The lush green foliage provides a backdrop to show off the blossoms....
Carex eburnea*

Ivory Sedge Plant

Carex eburnea*
This truly unique sedge forms dense clumps of fine green leaves that reach only six inches tall. Perfect for planting between stone pavers and in dry...
Carex muskingumensis*

Palm Sedge Plant

Carex muskingumensis*
The glossy green leaves branch out from the main stem similar to a palm tree. Native to wooded lowlands, it does best in slightly damp soil in shade....
Carex pensylvanica*

Pennsylvania Sedge

Carex pensylvanica*
Fine textured leaves and a creeping habit make this a great lawn alternative for dry soils in shade. Planted one foot on center, it will fill in to...
Carex radiata*

Eastern Star Sedge

Carex radiata*
Forms attractive dense tufts of slender leaf blades in dappled to medium shade.  Small star-like flower clusters rise in late spring. Slow to...

Native Ground Cover Recommendations
Use a native groundcover to create a uniform look around a deck, along a path, or to highlight the base of a shade tree. Chosen for their beautiful foliage, these durable groundcovers will carpet the ground with greenery. Ranging in height from a soil hugging six inches to ferns exceeding three feet, groundcovers help hold soil, reduce weed growth and provide season-long interest.