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I am a very non-gardener. But, I need a groundcover to cover an area
about 400sq ft. I live in eastern PA. the area is a somewhat sloped
and is partial shade. I want something inexpensive that grows,
spreads quickly. OK if it is invasive. I want it to choke out
weeds. prefer something that is not too high, say 6" or so. Also,
is it too late to plant it now (mid Oct)?

thanks

I'd recommend DWARF varieties of hedera helix. The "needlepoint" variety
spreads quickly, not "invasive" in terms of spreading to the woods &
injuring the invironment, but very aggressive where planted, & easily
out-competes weeds. But if you can be a little more patient try some
VARIEGATED dwarf varieties, those those with white or gold or silver in
the leaves. They take longer to fill in spots but eventually they do it, &
the variegations add a feeling of light even in shady spots.

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