Tired of high-maintenance lawns that demand endless mowing, watering, and chemicals? There’s a better way to have a lush, green yard that looks beautiful, saves time, and supports the environment. Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread to form dense mats, suppress weeds, and attract pollinators—all while requiring minimal upkeep.
At Earthwise Seed Co., we specialize in eco-friendly ground cover seeds that thrive in a variety of climates and conditions. From delicate flowering mats to soft clover carpets, these options are perfect for turning your lawn into a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly paradise.
Our Top Ground Cover Picks
Here’s a quick, visual guide to some of our best ground covers, complete with care tips and benefits:
Creeping Smartweed™
Sun: Partial to Full Sun
Water: Moderate
Pollinators: Excellent
Why we love it: Forms a dense mat with soft green foliage and pink blooms, attracting bees and butterflies. Perfect for shaded areas and naturalistic gardens.
Care: Well-draining soil, regular watering until established. Low-maintenance once mature.
Grows well in all areas throughout the continental US, except for Washington, Idaho, and Utah.
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Thyme for a Change - Red Creeping Thyme Seed
Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Pollinators: Excellent
Why we love it: The Red Creeping Thyme is notably drought and heat resistant, making it an ideal selection for sustainable landscaping. It also exhibits remarkable resistance to deer, enhancing its suitability for varied garden settings. Effective weed control before planting promotes faster establishment.
Care: Minimal watering once established. Thrives in well-drained soil.
Ideal Regions 2,3,4,5,6,7
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Ultimate Clover Lawn Mix: Low-Maintenance, Eco-Friendly Yard
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water: Moderate
Pollinators: Excellent
Why we love it: A soft, low-growing lawn alternative that fixes nitrogen naturally, improving soil health. Microclover spreads to form a lush, green carpet.
Care: Minimal mowing. Prefers well-draining soil.
Ideal Regions 1,2,3,4,7 (5 & 6 in shade)
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Other Clover Ground Covers
- Micro Clover: Low, spreading, drought-tolerant, blends beautifully with grasses.
- Tricolor Clover Mix: Pops of white, pink, and purple blooms in a dense, low-maintenance mat.
Ground Cover Planting Tips
- Prep your soil – Remove weeds and lightly loosen the top layer.
- Seed-to-soil contact – Rake lightly to ensure good contact for germination.
- Water consistently – Keep moist until seeds establish.
- Be patient – Ground covers take time to fill in, but maintenance is minimal once they do.
Why You’ll Love Earthwise Seed Co.
At Earthwise Seed Co., we make it easy to have a beautiful yard that’s also good for the planet. Our ground cover seed mixes include both native plants and eco-friendly non-native varieties, so you can choose what works best for your space while still supporting sustainability. Many of our mixes bloom with flowers and clover that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, turning your yard into a vibrant pollinator-friendly haven. Best of all, these low-growing, spreading plants create a lush, thriving landscape without constant mowing or maintenance, giving you a yard that looks amazing while letting you spend less time working in it.