9 Best Plants for Privacy From Neighbors

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Accessorize your house with a few extra blooms.

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For bare spots under large trees, sunny slopes, and other challenging spots, a groundcover offers an easy solution for adding color. Plus, these plants act like a living mulch, protecting soil from erosion and drought. The following low-growing perennial groundcovers work well in a variety of situations, without requiring a lot of care.

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