Ground Cover Plants for Southern Wisconsin | Martinez Landscaping
Low-growing plants that fill large areas, suppress weeds, and create a finished look on slopes and under trees where grass will not grow.
Plants & Trees
Ground Covers
Ground covers solve the problems mulch can’t. On slopes where mulch washes away, under trees where grass won’t grow, and in areas too large or awkward to maintain — the right ground cover fills in, holds the soil, suppresses weeds, and looks intentional. Most are low-maintenance perennials that spread year after year without any intervention.
Ground cover availability varies by season and species. We source locally to ensure cold-hardy, acclimated stock. Call us and we’ll match the right plant to your specific problem area.
Call to Check AvailabilityPopular Varieties
These are among the most popular varieties we source — more options may be available. Call us and we’ll match the right plant to your property.
Pachysandra
Glossy dark green, 6-8″ tall, thrives in deep shade. The go-to ground cover under dense tree canopies where nothing else grows.
Ask About AvailabilityVinca Minor (Periwinkle)
Trailing evergreen stems with small blue-purple spring flowers. Spreads steadily to fill large areas under trees.
Ask About AvailabilityCreeping Phlox
Spectacular spring blooms in pink, purple, or white. Evergreen mat stays attractive all season. Excellent on sunny slopes.
Ask About AvailabilityAjuga (Bugleweed)
Dense low mat with blue flower spikes in May. Spreads quickly to fill problem areas. Available in green or burgundy foliage.
Ask About AvailabilitySedum (Stonecrop)
Succulent foliage tolerates heat, drought, and poor soil. Blooms in late summer. Excellent for rocky slopes and sunny dry areas.
Ask About AvailabilityLiriope
Grass-like evergreen foliage with purple flower spikes in August. Very tough and adaptable. Excellent edging and border plant.
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Delicate whorled foliage with tiny white spring flowers. Spreads to fill shaded areas with a clean, woodland look.
Ask About AvailabilityCreeping Juniper
Low evergreen spreader, 6-12″ tall, 6-8′ wide over time. Extremely tough ground cover for sunny slopes and erosion control.
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