{"id":71930,"date":"2021-01-01T15:24:30","date_gmt":"2021-01-01T12:24:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/?p=71930"},"modified":"2026-02-24T20:44:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T17:44:21","slug":"9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Groundcover Plants You Can Use as Lawn Alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">H\u0131zl\u0131 Git<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a12594c65b0d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a12594c65b0d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#What_Are_Groundcover_Plants\" >What Are Groundcover Plants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#Groundcovers_as_Lawn_Alternatives\" >Groundcovers as Lawn Alternatives<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#1_Dichondra_repens_%E2%80%93_Mouse-ear_groundcover_as_a_lawn_alternative_and_its_features\" >1. Dichondra repens \u2013 Mouse-ear groundcover as a lawn alternative and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#2_Cerastium_tomentosum_%E2%80%93_Snow-in-summer_and_its_features\" >2. Cerastium tomentosum \u2013 Snow-in-summer and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#3_Ajuga_reptans_%E2%80%93_Bugleweed_and_its_features\" >3. Ajuga reptans \u2013 Bugleweed and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#4_Arenaria_verna_%E2%80%93_Irish_moss_and_its_features\" >4. Arenaria verna \u2013 Irish moss and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#5_Trifolium_repens_%E2%80%93_White_clover_and_its_features\" >5. Trifolium repens \u2013 White clover and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#6_Vinca_major_%E2%80%93_Greater_periwinkle_and_its_features\" >6. Vinca major \u2013 Greater periwinkle and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#7_Pachysandra_terminalis_%E2%80%93_Japanese_spurge_and_its_features\" >7. Pachysandra terminalis \u2013 Japanese spurge and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#8_Thymus_vulgaris_L_%E2%80%93_Common_thyme_and_its_features\" >8. Thymus vulgaris L. \u2013 Common thyme and its features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/en\/9-groundcover-plants-you-can-use-as-lawn-alternatives\/#9_Ruschia_lineolata_%E2%80%93_Carpet_of_stars_and_its_features\" >9. Ruschia lineolata \u2013 Carpet of stars and its features<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why is it important for us to choose lawn-alternative plants in our gardens? As groundcover, we often use turfgrass because it keeps its form underfoot, has a dense texture, and looks visually neat. Yet there are areas we don\u2019t want to use for walking, or we may want a color alternative other than green\u2026 Or, since turfgrass often needs frequent irrigation, we might prefer alternative species for water saving and lower maintenance. That\u2019s exactly when lawn-alternative groundcovers come into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/cim-alternatifi-yer-ortucu-bitkiler-2.jpg\" alt=\"Groundcover plants that can be used as lawn alternatives\" class=\"wp-image-28414\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"ad ad-single\"><\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Groundcover_Plants\"><\/span>What Are Groundcover Plants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In general terms, <strong>groundcover plants<\/strong> are plant species that stay close to the ground (on average 10\u201375 cm), develop in a horizontal form, have a dense and intricately branched habit, can adapt to various ecological conditions, and cover the soil surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we think of groundcovers in landscape design, the first plant that comes to mind is turfgrass. Indeed, turfgrass has been appreciated since ancient times for its soothing, pleasant appearance. Beyond its looks, its tolerance to trampling, its ability to create a smooth surface, and its excellent soil-covering capacity have made it a consistently desired plant. Today, turfgrass still holds its place in all types of landscape works\u2014from the smallest home garden to city parks and sports fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Groundcovers_as_Lawn_Alternatives\"><\/span>Groundcovers as Lawn Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, we may not always want to use turf areas. So which plants can we use as alternatives to grass?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we reviewed 9 groundcover plant species that can be used as alternatives to turfgrass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Dichondra_repens_%E2%80%93_Mouse-ear_groundcover_as_a_lawn_alternative_and_its_features\"><\/span>1. Dichondra repens \u2013 Mouse-ear groundcover as a lawn alternative and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A delicate, perennial herbaceous creeping groundcover that can reach an average height of 5 cm; it has heart-shaped leaves and spreads quite quickly via stolons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mild-climate plant; it is not tolerant of cold and frost. It can grow in shaded and partially shaded areas, is undemanding in terms of soil, but has a high water requirement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>most important reasons<\/strong> it is used as a lawn alternative are its tolerance of shade and the fact that it does not require frequent mowing; however, it is not very resistant to stepping and trampling. It can be comfortably preferred in parks and gardens in mild regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"ad ad-single\"><\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/HTB1sI5KXcfrK1Rjy0Fmq6xhEXXab.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"27833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/HTB1sI5KXcfrK1Rjy0Fmq6xhEXXab.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27833\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dico.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27834\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dico-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27834\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dichondrarepens03.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"299\" data-id=\"27835\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/dichondrarepens03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27835\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Fare-Kulagi-Bakimi-Nasil-Yapilir-e1510569559959.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"470\" data-id=\"27836\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Fare-Kulagi-Bakimi-Nasil-Yapilir-e1510569559959.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27836\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/f719f9.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"530\" data-id=\"27837\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/f719f9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27837\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Dichondra repens \u201cmouse-ear\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cerastium_tomentosum_%E2%80%93_Snow-in-summer_and_its_features\"><\/span>2. Cerastium tomentosum \u2013 Snow-in-summer and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A perennial herbaceous plant that can reach 5\u201310 cm; leaves are gray-silvery, narrow, and elliptic. It blooms with white flowers in May\u2013June.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It performs well in well-drained soils, is quite tolerant of frost and cold, and can grow in sunny to partially shaded areas. Being undemanding, it can survive even in dry soils.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is very suitable for rock gardens, borders, and natural-style gardens. Because it has <strong>low water demand and does not require mowing<\/strong>, it is preferred as a cost-effective lawn alternative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/00c271831b3dfc9086f43e0dd1f00841809e8e05-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"27839\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/00c271831b3dfc9086f43e0dd1f00841809e8e05-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27839\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1539-coussin-dargent.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"27854\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1539-coussin-dargent.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27854\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CERTOM.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27855\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CERTOM.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27855\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Cerastium-tomentosum-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27856\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Cerastium-tomentosum-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27856\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Woodley.10.Meadow-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27857\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Woodley.10.Meadow-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27857\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Cerastium tomentosum \u201csnow-in-summer\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Ajuga_reptans_%E2%80%93_Bugleweed_and_its_features\"><\/span>3. Ajuga reptans \u2013 Bugleweed and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An evergreen perennial groundcover that reaches about 20 cm. Its blue flowers start in March and line up in a spiral-like arrangement, supported by purplish foliage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mild-climate plant; it likes sunny, bright places and tolerates partial shade. It is sensitive to frost. Although it adapts to many soils, it grows well in moist soils. Water demand is not high, but watering needs to be consistent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In landscape design, it can be used in rock gardens, as groundcover, as an edging\/border plant, and for color contrast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1b96eeda2c7e799274ec082ae7855052.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"27859\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1b96eeda2c7e799274ec082ae7855052-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27859\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1-16.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" data-id=\"27860\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1-16-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27860\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ajuga_reptans_001.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27861\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ajuga_reptans_001-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27861\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Chip-Ajuga-Groundcover.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"548\" data-id=\"27862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Chip-Ajuga-Groundcover-1024x548.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27862\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ajugaplant-GettyImages-126024092-59a83986af5d3a00117e338b.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27863\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ajugaplant-GettyImages-126024092-59a83986af5d3a00117e338b-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27863\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Ajuga reptans \u201cbugleweed\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Arenaria_verna_%E2%80%93_Irish_moss_and_its_features\"><\/span>4. Arenaria verna \u2013 Irish moss and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A herbaceous perennial with moss-like dark green foliage, about 10\u201315 cm tall. In summer it produces small white flowers that are not especially showy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can adapt to many climates and performs well in sunny areas. It is a very hardy species, but because its roots are close to the surface, watering should be light and frequent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can be used as a lawn alternative groundcover; it can also be used between stepping stones, in rock gardens, along borders, and as an accent in wooded settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/142914.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/142914-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27869\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/154589_857c8798.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"27870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/154589_857c8798-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27870\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/439191_089c46cf.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"27871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/439191_089c46cf-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27871\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Arenaria-Pf_ML_1017_34_11x.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-id=\"27872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Arenaria-Pf_ML_1017_34_11x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27872\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Arenaria verna \u201cIrish moss\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"ad ad-single\"><\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Trifolium_repens_%E2%80%93_White_clover_and_its_features\"><\/span>5. Trifolium repens \u2013 White clover and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A low-growing, attractive perennial herb that covers the soil surface. It spreads by forming stolons and produces white to pink flowers in summer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cool-climate plant, tolerant of cold and frost. Because it needs little water and has some shade tolerance, it can be considered a lawn alternative, and it is quite resistant to foot traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Landscape architects use it frequently in parks and gardens; it is also preferred in pastures for its nutritional value. It is a good groundcover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/d69338106bab5a6e9122047d35b7f318.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"981\" data-id=\"27881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/d69338106bab5a6e9122047d35b7f318.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27881\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/trifolium-repens-2-1-2048x1152-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"27882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/trifolium-repens-2-1-2048x1152-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27882\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Pasture-with-white-clover-by-Harry-Rose-10733633205_9727e517b0_h.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Pasture-with-white-clover-by-Harry-Rose-10733633205_9727e517b0_h-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27883\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Starr_070313-5639_Trifolium_repens-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27884\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Starr_070313-5639_Trifolium_repens-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27884\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Trifolium repens \u201cwhite clover\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Vinca_major_%E2%80%93_Greater_periwinkle_and_its_features\"><\/span>6. Vinca major \u2013 Greater periwinkle and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A perennial herbaceous plant that can grow about 15\u201320 cm tall and is covered with purple flowers for a long part of the year. It has dark green, ovate leaves and begins spreading from its shoots in early spring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cool-climate plant, tolerant of frost. It can adapt to many climates and tolerates shade. It is undemanding about soil and does not need much water, so it can be considered as an alternative to turfgrass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its use areas include softening borders; it can be used in gardens, especially under trees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4e484d38eb94656aeb549e97e7ccfc06-feb-evergreen.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-id=\"27898\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4e484d38eb94656aeb549e97e7ccfc06-feb-evergreen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27898\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vinca-minor-bowles-mauve.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27899\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vinca-minor-bowles-mauve-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27899\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/bdadb05373167bb39d821ab55324855d.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/bdadb05373167bb39d821ab55324855d.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27900\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/B66M-SqCAAAI9Pr-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"690\" data-id=\"27901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/B66M-SqCAAAI9Pr-1-1024x690.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27901\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Vinca major \u201cgreater periwinkle\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"ad ad-single\"><\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Pachysandra_terminalis_%E2%80%93_Japanese_spurge_and_its_features\"><\/span>7. Pachysandra terminalis \u2013 Japanese spurge and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A strong groundcover, reaching about 15\u201320 cm in height. It keeps its green cover in both winter and summer. It is a perennial herbaceous groundcover that produces small white flowers in spring (not very showy).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It has high shade tolerance and can be used as groundcover under trees\u2014even under pine trees. It is resistant to cold and does not require much water. <strong>For this reason, it can be used as a lawn alternative<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use areas include garden entrances, borders, and low-maintenance spots. Because many plants cannot grow under trees due to limited shade tolerance, <strong>Pachysandra terminalis<\/strong> stands out as a shade plant that can be used under almost any tree. It is not suitable for regular foot traffic and it is drought-tolerant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/2956014C1FCA279E94CC403C46A4E39D.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"801\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"27915\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/2956014C1FCA279E94CC403C46A4E39D.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27915\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zimnij-sad-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" data-id=\"27916\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zimnij-sad-5-1024x597.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27916\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4da7763f79542e1114ee9f2c6d623d0f.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"564\" data-id=\"27917\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4da7763f79542e1114ee9f2c6d623d0f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27917\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Pachysandra-terminalis-Green-Sheen-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27918\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Pachysandra-terminalis-Green-Sheen-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27918\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4da7763f79542e1114ee9f2c6d623d0f-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"564\" data-id=\"27921\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4da7763f79542e1114ee9f2c6d623d0f-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27921\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Pachysandra terminalis \u201cJapanese spurge\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Thymus_vulgaris_L_%E2%80%93_Common_thyme_and_its_features\"><\/span>8. Thymus vulgaris L. \u2013 Common thyme and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An aromatic groundcover with a dense, compact form, reaching 20\u201330 cm and staying green year-round. It blooms with strongly fragrant flowers between May and June; its leaves are fragrant as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mild-climate plant; it grows naturally in mountainous Mediterranean regions. It is tolerant of heat and drought, but can be affected by frost and cold. It grows best in well-drained soils.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use areas: due to its scent, it can be used in sensory\/fragrance gardens; it can be planted at residential entrances and borders, and it is suitable for rock gardens.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/86-thickbox_default-Thymian-Thymus-vulgaris.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"27922\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/86-thickbox_default-Thymian-Thymus-vulgaris.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27922\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/226a.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27923\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/226a-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27923\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/D46hgpRXsAEJl8j.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"697\" data-id=\"27924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/D46hgpRXsAEJl8j-1024x697.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27924\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/thymus-vulgaris-004-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27925\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/thymus-vulgaris-004-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27925\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Thymus vulgaris \u201ccommon thyme\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Ruschia_lineolata_%E2%80%93_Carpet_of_stars_and_its_features\"><\/span>9. Ruschia lineolata \u2013 Carpet of stars and its features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An evergreen perennial succulent groundcover, 5\u201310 cm tall. Its small, blue-green leaves creep along the soil surface and root as they spread, which is how it multiplies. In spring, its purple flowers can cover almost the entire surface of the plant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A warm-climate plant, but it also has some tolerance to cooler conditions. It performs well in permeable soils and has high drought tolerance. It can handle light foot traffic as long as it is not constant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is preferred in rock gardens, as a <strong>groundcover lawn alternative<\/strong>, in dry regions, and for suppressing weeds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ruschia-lineolata-pink-flowers-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"27929\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ruschia-lineolata-pink-flowers-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27929\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ruschia-lineolata-Carpet-of-Stars4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"27930\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Ruschia-lineolata-Carpet-of-Stars4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27930\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/524210_74c34d6a.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"998\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27931\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peyzax.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/524210_74c34d6a-998x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27931\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Ruschia lineolata \u201ccarpet of stars\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why is it important for us to choose lawn-alternative plants in our gardens? 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