Native Ground Covers for a Healthy Garden & Wildlife Habitat

Episode 23: Native Ground CoversGround covers are an essential part of any garden ecosystem, but they are often overlooked. What happens at ground level can influence soil health, temperature, moisture, insects, wildlife, and the overall functioning of the garden.In this episode, I explore how ground covers contribute to a healthy garden ecosystem and introduce some native ground-cover plants that can be incorporated into Southwest gardens.Plants Mentioned in This EpisodeTrailing windmills — Allionia incarnataHairy five-eyes — Chamaesaracha sordidaSand bells — Nama hispidumWinecups — Callirhoe involucrataCalifornia fuchsia (Zauschneria) — Epilobium canum (formerly Zauschneria californica)Gregg’s dalea — Dalea greggiiSilver ponyfoot — Dichondra argenteaFrogfruit — Phyla nodifloraCherry skullcap — Scutellaria suffrutescensSend us a text for questions on this topicVisit website for podcast show notes, images  and other posts.https://www.gardenandnaturesouthwest.com/Subscribe to get blog & podcast episodes delivered to your inbox. If you have questions regarding the topic covered here, email me