Irish Moss

• moss
  
  Irish moss is a very hardy groundcover that works well in high-traffic areas. It grows low to the ground, is very fast growing and creates a beautiful, lush green carpet that lasts for years. There are several varieties of Irish moss so it is important to find the one that thrives well in the area in which it is to be planted.
  
  Irish moss does well around ponds, pools, in rock gardens and children's play areas or used as a lawn grass substitute on the entire lawn. This groundcover prefers sunlight but will tolerate dry shade and is not drought tolerant.
  
  Irish moss is an evergreen that produces small white flowers in late spring that continue to bloom through mid-summer. It is an attractive, low-maintenance groundcover.
  
  

Blue Star Creeper

• creeper
  
  Blue star creeper is an extremely hardy groundcover that produces an abundance of small star-shaped blue flowers all year long. It grows to between 1 and 2 inches high and spreads out over an area of about 2 feet.
  
  This groundcover prefers a moist, well-drained soil and is very easy to grow, even withstanding temperatures below zero with snow or ice. In hotter climates the creeper will require more shade, and the cooler climates will find it does well with more sun.
  
  

Lotus Plenus

• lotus
  
  Lotus Plenus is a very dense low-growing plant that requires very little maintenance and can withstand heavy foot traffic. Because it is such a fast grower, this plant is excellent for filling in areas around newly placed stepping stones or on hills or banks where water erosion is a problem.
  
  Lotus Plenus is a light green with a multitude of orange buds that burst open to display beautiful yellow-orange flowers from late spring to fall. It grows up to 6 inches in height and spreads out over a foot in width and it tolerates mowing well. Lotus Plenus requires little water and grows best in areas of full to partial sunlight but can be planted in shady areas in the warmer climates.