Ground covers control erosion, choke out weeds, reduce runoff, and benefit wildlife and pollinators. They can be used as a low-maintenance alternative to a lawn, as a border for a water feature, in a ...

Woman gardener pulling out weeds in garden - Ekaterina Savyolova/Getty Images When you're on the lookout for a ground cover for your garden, there are a few important factors you may want to consider.