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Groundcovers

Plants that are low-growing, form a dense mat of foliage, and spread easily by stolons, runners or rhizomes. [NALT]

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Ajuga reptans: Common Bugle, Bugleweed, Carpet Bugleweed

FP026/FPS26 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenFebruary 5th, 2019

Aspidistra elatior Cast Iron Plant

FP053/FPS53 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenJuly 25th, 2022A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Canavalia maritima Beach Bean, Bay Bean

FP100/FPS100 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenMarch 7th, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Carissa grandiflora Natal Plum, Common Carissa

FP107/FPS107 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenMarch 7th, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Lagerstroemia indica 'New Orleans' New Orleans Crape Myrtle

FP317/FPS-317 by Edward F. GilmanAugust 4th, 2015

Monarda punctata Bee Balm, Horsemint

FP413/FPS413 by Edward F. Gilman and Terry DelvalleAugust 6th, 2015

Narcissus spp. Daffodil, Narcissus

FP423/FPS423 by Edward F. GilmanAugust 16th, 2015

Pilea cadierei Aluminum Plant

FP478/FPS478 by Edward F. GilmanSeptember 28th, 2015

Pilea microphylla Artillery Plant

FP479/FPS479 by Edward F. GilmanMay 2nd, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Related IFAS Blog Posts

Flowering Groundcovers: Beyond Just Grass

Amanda MarekSeptember 15th, 2022Turfgrasses such as St. Augustine grass, zoysia, and bahia are by far the most commonly planted groundcovers in the state of Florida for residential lawns and common areas. But there are so many more exciting, flowering groundcovers that can be used in lieu of or in addition to these grasses. To many homeowners, these may […]

Creating a Healthy Lawn

Beth BollesFebruary 4th, 2022Spring  is just around the corner and lawns will soon begin active growth.  Join UF IFAS Escambia Extension for tips to have an attractive and healthy lawn. We will also discuss a few alternatives to the traditional lawn. There are two opportunities and locations to join us for this session. Tuesday, March 1 at 6:00 […]

Diversify the Landscape: Unique Groundcovers

Taylor Clem, PhDMay 25th, 2020A New Groundcover Appeal Tired of the mundane? The ordinary? The boring? Landscapes stippled with the same plant material make me lose my interest in their designs. Nonetheless, let us think outside the normal plant palette. With the next gardening column series, let us explore some unique plants we could see more of and diversify […]

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