A perfect place for vines is on a fence, gate or trellis. Grapes are the best choice for fruiting vines. Not only is the vine pretty, but the ever popular fruit comes in several colors that can be a wonderful contrast. Another vine that can be planted with some creativity is the pea. Some vines that need a lot of care, but will grow well on a trellis are blackberries, blueberries, elderberries and cowberries.
Most people automatically plant grass as a groundcover.
Grass has the advantage of being able to walk on it, but paths can be added and then even the ground cover can be edible. Plant strawberries, which will spread and fill the ground with flowers and sweet berries. Other groundcovers include mint, and the little known wintergreen teaberry. A variety of plants can be used in the flowerbeds. Some have flowers and others have wonderful shades of green as their main contribution.