ground covering

[PaDisney02]

I have a large 10x12 hill near my patio that I would like to cover with some sort of plant that spreads ex: Ivy. I'm not sure if I should use ivy though. Does any1 know of anything that is inexpensive and spreads to cover a large area? Thanks

 

[mla1977]

You didn't say if it is a shady area or not. Packysandra (sp?) is good for shady areas.

I'm not an Ivy fan (in my own yard, but it is nice elsewhere!)

 

[PaDisney02]

there is sun in the morning but shad mostly

 

[UrsulasShadow]

Vinca, ajuga, sweet woodruff, pachysandra. Sweet woodruff is my favorite.

All of these prefer pretty good soil, and some moisture. If the "hill" is a cutaway that you are trying to prevent erosion on, you might need to terrace it. If it's a gentle slope, they will probably work.

 

[mla1977]

I also like sweet woodruff. I plan on putting that in my front yard this year.

 

[Kahana-ri]

Creeping phlox is good too. It has a beautiful bloom in the spring, then turns to a green shrubish color for the rest of the summer/fall.