A lawn has been considered an inseparable element of a home garden for years. However, to really delight with its lush greenery and perfectly even surface, requires systematic care, i.e. regular mowing, fertilizing and watering. In addition, there is constant rain, which begins in early spring and sometimes seems to have no end.
No wonder more and more people gives up green turf on the property in favor of cover plants. They not only inhibit the growth of weeds, but also create a dense, decorative carpet, and are often much easier to care for. What species are worth choosing in your garden?
There has been more and more talk about this topic for some time now alternatives to the classic lawnwhich not only look attractive, but also eliminate the tedious mowing and the constant fight against uninvited guests in the garden, namely weeds.
They seem to be the solution cover plants, also known as turf plants, i.e. low species with a spreading habit that quickly and They create thick, green carpets without much work. They successfully replace the lawn and limit the growth of weeds.
In addition, species from the genus of cover plants they protect the substrate from drying out, prevent soil erosion and even improve its fertility and often turn out to be much more drought-resistant than a traditional lawn.
They are characterized by lower requirements compared to traditional turf, that’s why more and more gardeners are choosing this solution in their garden.
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The practicality of cover plants is one thing, but it is also worth mentioning their decorativeness. Many species bloom, thanks to which the garden gains a unique decoration for most of the season.
When choosing cover plants, you need to prepare the soil well in advance so that there are as few weeds as possible. Moreover, it is best to plant them before the season begins so that they have time to emerge. The deadline is fast approaching, Therefore, it is worth choosing the best species for your garden and sowing it soon.
The most popular species of cover plants include:
- Common periwinkle – one of the most popular turf plants in Poland, famous for its purple flowers. It covers the area very quickly, tolerates shade well, effectively displaces weeds, and is evergreen. It is an ideal choice for trees and places that are difficult to develop.
- spotted lungwort – an exceptionally decorative plant, famous for its pink-blue flowers and leaves covered with light spots. It is suitable for semi-shady and shady places. It grows quickly, effectively eliminates weed growth and attracts pollinators to the garden.
- Japanese beetle – an evergreen perennial that does well in the shade, creating a dense and compact green carpet. It does not require mowing, tolerates competition from other plants, and is resistant to frost. This makes it a good alternative to a classic lawn.
- Sand thyme – a low plant that forms a dense, low carpet of aromatic leaves. It is exceptionally resistant and undemanding, perfect for difficult positions. During flowering, its beautiful flowers attract bees to the garden, emitting a pleasant scent.
Species also worth mentioning are: common hoofgrass, Canadian dogwood, bear fescue and cranegrass. Each of these plants has slightly different requirements and decorative values, so you can easily adapt them to the conditions in your garden.
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