What is the best ground cover instead of grass?
Examples of suitable species include microclover, yarrow, creeping thyme and fescue grasses. These plants are increasingly available at garden centres, often sold as seeds, tiles or plugs. Irish Moss – The most popular ground cover seed we sell in packets. Periwinkle – AKA vinca. Sedum – We offer three varieties of sedum, but only two of them (acre and dragon’s blood) are typically used as ground covers. Verbena – We offer several varieties of verbena sold in seed form.
What fast growing ground cover stops erosion?
Fast-growing plants for erosion control such as suckering shrubs, prairie natives with taproots, and vining perennial ground covers are good slope stabilization plants in erosion-prone areas. As a rule of thumb, native shrubs and groundcover are great low-maintenance options for a hillside while also helping stabilize the soil and add some color.