Best Perennial Groundcovers for Hillsides
From Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain by Watters Garden Center - Ken Lain
June 9, 2026 · 11 min
About this episode
Ken and Lisa Lain discuss the best perennial groundcovers for challenging hillside landscapes and provide tips on plant care.
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share the best perennial groundcovers for hillsides. Hillsides can be among the most challenging areas in a landscape, but the right plants can turn them into a beautiful focal point. They'll also discuss thinning foliage on alligator junipers and the warning signs of overwatering. If you're looking for plants that can handle tough growing conditions, tune in! Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast...
People in this episode
Host: Ken Lain
Guest: Lisa Lain
Topics covered
- perennial groundcovers
- hillsides
- landscape design
- plant care
- overwatering
- alligator junipers
Keywords
- perennial groundcovers
- hillsides
- landscape
- plant care
- overwatering
- alligator junipers
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Watters Garden Center
Places: Prescott
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