Want more shade garden ideas? Give these annuals a try, too: fuchsia, begonia, caladium, torenia, monkeyflower, and coleus. Aquilegia, Zones 3 to 9 Carefree and consistent, columbine is a longtime ...

These drought-tolerant ground covers for sun and shade demand little care or watering. We've compiled a list of the best low-maintenance ground covers for gardens.