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If you are hoping to give your garden a different look, why not replace the grass in an area of your garden with an attractive yellow ground cover? Ground covers generally reduce the amount of time and energy one must spend on the garden, since they do not grow upwards, like grass, but sideways. In this respect, the gardener`s only concern should be how to control their growth so that they do not take over the entire garden.
There are many different species of ground covers we can use if we want a carpet of yellow in a section of the garden. Presented here are a few yellow ground covers, with their advantages and disadvantages.
One of the best plants you can get is yellow-flowering Allysum. This plant does well both in the full sun and in partial shade, and produces many small yellow flowers that will become an excellent focal point in your garden. Bear in mind, though, that these flowers are not meant to be walked on, since they are quite delicate in that respect. They need regular watering, especially in the summer.
Another excellent plant that can liven up your garden is Nasturtium. There are many varieties of this plant, but you need to make sure you get a dwarf, creeping one. The yellow flowers of the Nasturtium plant will be visible throughout the summer and fall. The good thing about this plant is that it is not very demanding as regards soil. It thrives in a poor, sandy soil, both in the full sun and in the shade. It will grow quickly, and can even start climbing up walls and other structures in your garden, which is why you should check its growth closely.
Another yellow ground cover plant is the Achillea. While most of the varieties of this plant become quite tall, there is one variety, the Achillea Tormentosa, which is a dwarf plant, perfect for using as ground cover. This plant will thrive in dry, sandy soil, and must be located in the full sun. When the plants get too big, you can divide them and thus obtain new plants.
Finally, I would like to mention Origanum Aureum. This herb has got yellow leaves, and its small, purple flowers are quite insignificant. Not only will you get a splash of yellow, but you will also be able to use this herb in the kitchen. It likes well-drained soils, and will do best if planted in a location which is in the full sun. However, Origanum can suffer from the cold, and it could be necessary to cover it in winter if there is danger of frosts or snow.
I have presented some yellow ground cover plants. If unsure about how suitable they are for your area, try to go slowly and buy a couple of plants. If they do well, then proceed to plant a larger section of your garden with them. If they like it in your garden, you will soon be able to tell because of their quick growth and propagation.
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Author Bio Box: Patricia Wainwright
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