Irish moss looks nice, but honestly, it's a bit too delicate for my liking. I went with creeping Jenny—handles foot traffic better and brightens up shady spots. Plus, it spreads fast...maybe a little too fast, but hey, less planting for me.
"Plus, it spreads fast...maybe a little too fast, but hey, less planting for me."
Haha, careful what you wish for! I tried creeping Jenny too, and let's just say it quickly turned into a green takeover—had to keep a close eye on it. Did you find a way to keep it contained?
I get the appeal of creeping Jenny, but honestly...it can turn into a headache pretty fast. Had a client who loved it at first, then spent half the summer pulling it out from between patio stones and flower beds. If you're open to alternatives, maybe try something like thyme or sedum? They're still low-maintenance groundcovers but way easier to keep in check. Just my two cents—your yard, your rules.
Creeping Jenny looks great, but yeah, it can really get out of control fast. My neighbor had it in her yard, and within a season it was sneaking under our fence and popping up everywhere—between the deck boards, around stepping stones, you name it. Ended up swapping it for some creeping thyme myself, and it's been way easier. Still looks cozy and inviting without the stress of constantly pulling stuff up.
Creeping thyme is definitely lower maintenance, but I wouldn't completely dismiss Creeping Jenny just yet. I've had it in my garden for years, and while it does spread quickly, regular edging and trimming keeps it manageable. It also thrives in shady corners where other ground covers struggle. If you're willing to put in a bit of routine upkeep, it can be a charming addition—especially around older stone pathways or brickwork. Just depends on how much gardening you're up for, really.
