Cornel

Cornel  (Cornus)

Cornel (Cornus) is mainly a genus of shrubs but a few species are excellent ground covers. For instance, Bunchberry (Cornus canadensis), which likes a spot in (half)shade and normal soil as long as not too alkaline. Anywhere Rhododendrons grow, Bunchberry will. They look great as ground cover under shrubs and will flower for a long period. After flowering you might get a show of red berries.