Home gardeners are adopting edible ground covers as living mulch to maximize limited space and reduce maintenance. These edible ground covers fit naturally into vegetable gardens, orchards, and other edible landscapes where every square foot counts. As living mulch, they shade soil, suppress weeds, retain moisture during dry periods, and supply harvestable ingredients. Some varieties deter certain pests or attract beneficial insects, and flowering types draw pollinators when other blooms are scarce. Gardeners sow or transplant covers between rows or around established plants, harvesting regularly to manage growth and reduce purchased mulch. Over successive seasons, beds can require less intervention while maintaining consistent production across layers.
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