Overall, there are plenty of ground cover plants that thrive in shady areas. With a little research and planning, you can create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that thrives in the shade.

Chamomile is perhaps most well-known for its use in teas, but it’s also one of the best ground cover plants. This low-growing plant produces whimsical white and yellow blooms. Since chamomile ...

Image Credit: Shutterstock. Sweet woodruff is a low-maintenance ground cover plant. Its thick, deciduous foliage can choke out weeds. It's bushy and can spread quickly, creating a dense carpet.

Another way to make it low maintenance is to put in plants that will supress weed invasion. “Thyme makes for a great ground cover. By using native plants like these, you’ll naturally limit ...