20 Beautiful Ground Covers for Shaded Areas

12. Carpet Boxwood (Pachysandra terminalis)

Carpet boxwood is an evergreen ground cover with glossy dark green leaves. It spreads slowly yet steadily to provide dense coverage in shady spots.

Height: 6-12 inches
Best for: Under trees, shady borders
Care: Requires well-draining soil, deer-resistant

13. Yellow Archangel (Lamium galeobdolon)

This fast-spreading plant features silvery variegated leaves and cheerful yellow flowers in late spring, covering problem shady areas.

Height: 12 inches
Best for: Shady areas with poor soil
Care: Drought-tolerant, spreads rapidly

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