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Groundcovers that Thrive in Part Shade


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Lantana 'New Gold' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $7.17 each  |  250 - 999: $6.87 each
('Ham and Eggs') Small clusters of golden aromatic hydrangea-like flowers create a dramatic mounding effect. The chartreuse green foliage is great in flowerbeds or as groundcover on banks for erosion control. 9-12" tall.
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Lily of the Valley {Bare Root Plants, min 25}
On Sale!: $2.97
Discount: 38%
(May Lily, May Bells, Lily Constancy, Ladder-to-Heaven, Male Lily and Muguet, Our Lady's Tears) Jade-green leaves provide a low, dense groundcover with deliciously fragrant white, bell-shaped flowers in May that dangle like pearls, brightening areas of dense shade. ...
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Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $4.97 each  |  250 - 999: $4.67 each
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
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Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $1.97 each  |  250 - 999: $1.77 each
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
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Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {2 1/2 in. Pots min 54}
54 - 107: $4.17 each  |  108 - 1025: $3.97 each
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
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Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $85.86 ($4.77 per plant)
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
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Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
In stock.
Lily Turf 'Big Blue' {3-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $76.47 each  |  10: $72.65 each
(Liriope) Tall, thin and vivid evergreen grass-like foliage and slim spikes of lavender to periwinkle toned hyacinth-like blooms, followed by ebony-blue berries. 12-15" tall, spreads moderately fast.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Lily Turf 'John Burch' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $5.67 each  |  250 - 999: $5.37 each
(Liriope) A cascade of arching, lush green variegated foliage edged in gold. Lavender blossoms resemble grape-hyacinths add color and interest. 12-15" tall.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 07/14/2025.Email when available
Lily Turf 'John Burch' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $2.37 each  |  250 - 999: $2.07 each
(Liriope) A cascade of arching, lush green variegated foliage edged in gold. Lavender blossoms resemble grape-hyacinths add color and interest. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Majestic' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $89.46 ($4.97 per plant)
(Liriope) Ample amethyst flowers form on spikes above cascading blades of evergreen emerald blades of foliage on this clump-forming perennial. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Monroe White' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $7.77 each  |  250 - 999: $7.47 each
(Liriope, Monroe's #1) Dense, clusters of rare and splendid pearlesque blooms form on flower spikes followed by ebony berries amidst wide blades of deep emerald foliage. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Monroe White' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $3.97 each  |  250 - 999: $3.67 each
(Liriope, Monroe's #1) Dense, clusters of rare and splendid pearlesque blooms form on flower spikes followed by ebony berries amidst wide blades of deep emerald foliage. 12-16" tall.
In stock.
Lily Turf 'Monroe White' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $125.46 ($6.97 per plant)
(Liriope, Monroe's #1) Dense, clusters of rare and splendid pearlesque blooms form on flower spikes followed by ebony berries amidst wide blades of deep emerald foliage. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Monroe White' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
(Liriope, Monroe's #1) Dense, clusters of rare and splendid pearlesque blooms form on flower spikes followed by ebony berries amidst wide blades of deep emerald foliage. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Royal Purple' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $5.97 each  |  250 - 999: $5.67 each
(Liriope) Regal emerald blades of evergreen foliage arch gracefully with amethyst flower spikes. Elegant specimen for border/edge plantings. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Royal Purple' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $2.87 each  |  250 - 999: $2.67 each
(Liriope) Regal emerald blades of evergreen foliage arch gracefully with amethyst flower spikes. Elegant specimen for border/edge plantings. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Royal Purple' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $103.86 ($5.77 per plant)
(Liriope) Regal emerald blades of evergreen foliage arch gracefully with amethyst flower spikes. Elegant specimen for border/edge plantings. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Royal Purple' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $30.97 each  |  10: $29.42 each
(Liriope) Regal emerald blades of evergreen foliage arch gracefully with amethyst flower spikes. Elegant specimen for border/edge plantings. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Christmas Tree' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $2.37 each  |  250 - 999: $2.07 each
(Liriope, Monroe's #2) Famous for unusually lovely, large lavender flower spikes in the shape of a Christmas tree, this lush evergreen groundcover performs well in partial or full shade. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Densiflora' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $1.57 each  |  250 - 999: $1.27 each
(Liriope) Lush, clumping coverage of deep emerald leaf blades with a showy lavender flower spike like miniature grape hyacinths. Easy to grow, tolerates drought and some salt. 18-22" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Emerald Goddess' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $8.37 each  |  250 - 999: $7.97 each
(Liriope) Lilac clusters of blooms on a tough and disease-resistant, evergreen clump-forming groundcover that arches gracefully. 18-24" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Ingwersen' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $5.07 each  |  250 - 999: $4.77 each
(Liriope) Lavish lilac flower clusters stand erect and abundant amidst this lush emerald evergreen groundcover with one of the showiest displays of all liriopes. Performs best in part-full shade. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Ingwersen' {2 1/2 in. Pots min 54}
54 - 107: $4.17 each  |  108 - 1025: $3.97 each
(Liriope) Lavish lilac flower clusters stand erect and abundant amidst this lush emerald evergreen groundcover with one of the showiest displays of all liriopes. Performs best in part-full shade. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Samantha' {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $2.07 each  |  250 - 999: $1.87 each
(Liriope) Scads of cotton candy-pink flower spikes in late spring-early summer with a dense carpet of robust foliage great for suppressing weeds. Vigorous, happy in sun and shade. 12-15" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Variegated' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $5.67 each  |  250 - 999: $5.37 each
(Liriope) Profuse lilac clusters of blooms on a handsome, evergreen clump-forming groundcover with vibrant white to creamy yellow and green variegated foliage that arches gracefully. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Variegated' {2 1/2 in. Pots min 54}
54 - 107: $4.47 each  |  108 - 1025: $4.17 each
(Liriope) Profuse lilac clusters of blooms on a handsome, evergreen clump-forming groundcover with vibrant white to creamy yellow and green variegated foliage that arches gracefully. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Variegated' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $89.46 ($4.97 per plant)
(Liriope) Profuse lilac clusters of blooms on a handsome, evergreen clump-forming groundcover with vibrant white to creamy yellow and green variegated foliage that arches gracefully. 12-16" tall.
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Lily Turf 'Variegated' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
(Liriope) Profuse lilac clusters of blooms on a handsome, evergreen clump-forming groundcover with vibrant white to creamy yellow and green variegated foliage that arches gracefully. 12-16" tall.
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Lindheimer's Muhly Grass {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $186.96 ($4.92 per plant)
Muhly Grass grows 36 to 60 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its feathery, pinkish-purple blooms add a soft and dynamic touch to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 08/11/25.Email when available
Mat Rush 'Miner's Gold' {tray of 50 cells}
1 flat of 50 cells: $387.00 ($7.74 per plant)
Mat Rush 'Miner's Gold' grows 24 to 36 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its vibrant golden foliage adds a bold and eye-catching touch to your garden or landscape.
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Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $38.47 each  |  10: $36.55 each
Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' grows 10 to 12 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its delicate, compact foliage adds a charming and whimsical touch to your garden or landscape.
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Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' {tray of 38 cells}
1 flat of 38 cells: $188.10 ($4.95 per plant)
Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' grows 10 to 12 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its delicate, compact foliage adds a charming and whimsical touch to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 07/21/25.Email when available
Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $285.12 ($3.96 per plant)
Miniature Fountain Grass 'Little Bunny' grows 10 to 12 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial sun. Its delicate, compact foliage adds a charming and whimsical touch to your garden or landscape.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 07/14/25.Email when available
Miniature Variegated Sweet Flag 'Pusillus Minimus Aureus' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $285.12 ($3.96 per plant)
Miniature Variegated Sweet Flag 'Pusillus Minimus Aureus grows to just 4" tall. It shines in full sun, partial sun, and shade, adapting to various light conditions. Its variegated foliage brings a charming touch to any garden.
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Mondo Grass {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $59.97 each  |  10: $56.97 each
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
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Mondo Grass {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}
25 - 249: $4.97 each  |  250 - 999: $4.67 each
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
In stock.
Mondo Grass {Bare Root Plants, min 50}
50 - 249: $1.87 each  |  250 - 999: $1.57 each
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
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Mondo Grass {2 1/4 in. Pots min 54}
54 - 107: $4.17 each  |  108 - 1025: $3.97 each
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
In stock.
Mondo Grass {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/4 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $85.86 ($4.77 per plant)
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
In stock.
Mondo Grass {flat of 32 Pots - 2 1/4 in}
1 flat of 32 2.5" pots: $127.04 ($3.97 per plant)
(Monkey Grass, Lilyturf, Japanese Snake's Beard, Kyoto) Evergreen grasslike clumps or mounds with leathery pond-green 1/8" leaf blades dotted by tiny light lilac to white flowers in summer and bright blue berries in fall. Mature height 6-10".
In stock.
Moss Phlox 'Amazing Grace' {flat of 18 Pots - 3 1/2 in}
1 flat of 18 3 1/2" pots: $89.46 ($4.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Amazing Grace' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its delicate, vibrant blooms and compact foliage add a charming and colorful touch, perfect for brightening both sunny and partly shaded garden areas with its graceful beauty.
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Moss Phlox 'Amazing Grace' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Amazing Grace' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its delicate, vibrant blooms and compact foliage add a charming and colorful touch, perfect for brightening both sunny and partly shaded garden areas with its graceful beauty.
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Moss Phlox 'Crimson Beauty' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Crimson Beauty' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its vivid crimson blooms and low-growing foliage provide a bold and elegant touch, perfect for adding vibrant color and charm to both sunny and partly shaded garden spaces.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 06/30/25.Email when available
Moss Phlox 'Eye Candy' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
Moss Phlox 'Eye Candy' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its vibrant, multi-colored blooms and compact foliage add a playful and eye-catching touch, perfect for enhancing both sunny and partly shaded garden areas with lively color.
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Moss Phlox 'Eye Candy' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Eye Candy' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its vibrant, multi-colored blooms and compact foliage add a playful and eye-catching touch, perfect for enhancing both sunny and partly shaded garden areas with lively color.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 06/30/25.Email when available
Moss Phlox 'Eye Caramba' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Eye Caramba' grows 4-6" tall, featuring vibrant pink blooms with a white center and green foliage. It thrives in full sun and partial shade, adding a cheerful and colorful touch to your garden.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Moss Phlox 'Eye Shadow' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
Moss Phlox 'Eye Shadow' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its unique blooms and dense, compact foliage provide a subtle yet captivating touch, perfect for adding elegance and charm to both sunny and partly shaded garden areas.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
Moss Phlox 'Eye Shadow' {tray of 72 cells}
1 flat of 72 cells: $213.84 ($2.97 per plant)
Moss Phlox 'Eye Shadow' grows 4-6 inches and thrives in full sun to partial sun. Its unique blooms and dense, compact foliage provide a subtle yet captivating touch, perfect for adding elegance and charm to both sunny and partly shaded garden areas.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected 06/30/25.Email when available
Moss Phlox 'Spring White' {1-Gallon pot}
1 - 9: $28.97 each  |  10: $27.52 each
Moss Phlox 'Spring White' grows 4-6 inches and flourishes in full sun to partial sun. Its pure white blooms and low-growing foliage bring a clean and elegant touch, perfect for brightening both sunny and partly shaded garden spaces with its subtle beauty.
Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available
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