And Ajuga has been known to romp across a lawn while owners aren't looking. Ivy can be found in over 130 forms, although the common English Ivy is best avoided. Best of all, many of these plants are easily propagated by simple division and transplanted to new sites where they will also fill in quickly. Return of the Natives. There are now more wonderful options native options available to the home gardener than ever before.
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As a home-grown alternative to the ubiquitous Pachysandra, a.k.a. Moss, incidently, can help create a miniature Japanese garden under a tree by adding some interesting stones and rocks. You can help moss spread by taking a small donor patch, mixing thoroughly with buttermilk, and spraying over a suitable humus-rich area. Feed moss with a manure or compost tea. You need not stick with natives alone, of course.