Woodland phlox is a low-growing, early-blooming perennial with fragrant flowers. It is shade-tolerant, spreads slowly, and is suitable for woodland gardens and rock gardens.
Partridge berry is a trailing groundcover with evergreen leaves and bright red berries in autumn. It is low-maintenance, spreads slowly, and provides food for birds.
Dwarf crested iris is a low-growing, early-blooming iris with delicate, purple flowers. It is suitable for rock gardens, woodland edges, and moist, well-drained soil.
Tickseed is a cheerful perennial groundcover with daisy-like flowers that attract pollinators. It is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and available in various colors.
The ground cover Little brown jug thrives in dappled shade and produces jug-shaped flowers beneath its pretty, patterned leaves. The roots are aromatic, and smell similar to pepper or ginger. Prefers soil rich in decomposing leaves or similar organic matter.
Wild ginger is a low-growing groundcover with heart-shaped leaves. It is shade-tolerant, spreads slowly, and has fragrant, underground flowers. The roots are aromatic, and smell similar to pepper or ginger. Prefers soil rich in decomposing leaves or other organic mulch.