Step 4 · Select Ground Cover Plants

Research and select ground cover plants that are well-suited to your specific growing conditions. Factors to consider include: sunlight exposure (full sun, partial shade, full shade), soil type and drainage, local climate and hardiness zone, and whether you want a fast-spreading or more contained ground cover. Popular choices include creeping thyme, sedum, vinca, ajuga, or pachysandra, depending on the environment.