This and many other related heuchera species can do well in Illinois gardens. Works well as a ground cover in a naturalized setting. But it makes quite a statement in the spring landscape. This is a native wildflower that will not stick around all year. Maybe not an easy find in the garden center, but a gardener can hope right? Mayapple is a signal of spring with its umbrella-like leaves unfolding up out of the leaf layer in the forest. Clumps of Barrenwort spread slowly, but will over time create attractive colonies of heart-shaped leaves in a woodland setting. One perennial that has performed very well in our McDonough County demonstration garden, barrenwort has thrived in the understory dry shade of our sycamore tree. Both species produce flower spikes in mid-to-late summer and can be grown in sun or shade.īarrenwort emerging in mid-spring. Another option is blue lilyturf ( Liriope muscari) which is a bit larger but spreads slowly. Creeping lilyturf ( Liriope spicata), can be an aggressive spreader and grow out of bounds if not contained. When it comes to selection, there are often two species that can be found in garden centers. Instead of rings of mulch, these are rings of liriope! These liriope rings get mowed down once a year in early spring. Liriope is a grasslike ground cover that horticulturists in Nauvoo have planted around their trees. Ground Covers for Illinois Landscapes Lily-turf ( Liriope spp.)Ī recent visit to historical Nauvoo revealed a ground cover I have known for decades, but have often cast aside. However, there are some stellar ground cover choices for Illinois homes. Perhaps not something the typical homeowner would enjoy. In my yard, much of the ‘canvas’ is comprised of violets, wild strawberry, and creeping Charlie. Ground cover as its name implies is a layer of plants that spreads along the ground creating the canvas for the taller plants. One layer that often gets neglected is the ground cover layer. These were mowed earlier in the spring to remove dead foliage. Instead of mulch rings, these trees have a ground cover of liriope.
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