Looking for some ideas

Hi all! I have this space I’m looking for some ideas on how to fill. I previously had tall fescue which I tried and failed from seed it looked awful and was clumpy, etc. thinking about artificial turf but know that can be costly when done properly. I am in the Sacramento area so long dry summers. I’d like something low growing and minimal maintenance once established. I was thinking possibly some variety of sedum but I am overwhelmed with the options. I’d consider full clover as well as it would be nice to have something that can handle foot traffic but not a requirement. The soil quite frankly is pretty awful and rocky so something that can handle less than desirable soil would be great too thank you!