Zone 7b Ornamental Releases

2026 'Living Carpets' Groundcovers Release

2026 'Living Carpets' Groundcovers Release

Key Questions

What are the 2026 'Living Carpets' groundcovers?

They are 7 new aggressive sedums and phlox groundcovers designed as biological mulch-killers and weed suppressors for zone 7b low-maintenance landscapes. They fit the Year of Sedum and tough perennial trends.

Are these groundcovers drought-tolerant?

Yes, they echo drought-tolerant picks like ColorBlast Purslane and Hardy Plumbago (zones 5-9). Related selections include Evolution™ Purple Crush Sedum and Sunstar™ Gold Coreopsis for zones 4-9.

Could these 'Living Carpets' groundcovers be invasive?

As aggressive weed suppressors, invasiveness is a common question, especially with summer planting approaching. They are promoted for low-maintenance gardens but should be monitored in zone 7b landscapes.

7 new aggressive sedums/phlox groundcovers as biological mulch-killers/weed suppressors for zone 7b low-maint landscapes; echoes drought-tolerant picks like ColorBlast Purslane, Hardy Plumbago (5-9). Fits Year of Sedum/tough perennial trends; invasiveness questions as summer planting nears.

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Updated May 13, 2026
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