Wouldn’t it be nice if your garden just filled itself in—without constant dividing, transplanting, or buying new plants? The good news: some plants practically do the job for you.
These low-maintenance beauties multiply all on their own through runners, self-seeding, or underground roots. Plant them once, and they’ll take care of the rest—no green thumb required.
Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
This shade-loving perennial spreads gently by clumping, filling in garden beds with its speckled foliage and early spring blooms. It multiplies quietly each year, adding color and texture without taking over.
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Sedums are drought-tolerant succulents that spread easily, especially low-growing groundcover types. They root from dropped leaves and stems, making them perfect for filling rock gardens or tough spots.
Hardy Geranium (Cranesbill)
Not to be confused with annual geraniums, hardy cranesbills are spreading perennials with delicate flowers. They reseed lightly and form wide mounds over time—ideal for borders and low-maintenance beds.
Gooseneck Loosestrife (Lysimachia clethroides)
This dramatic flower with its curved white blooms spreads underground through rhizomes. It creates a bold statement in moist soil and naturalized areas but may need boundaries to keep it contained.
Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana)
Despite its name, obedient plant isn’t exactly well-behaved—it spreads fast via rhizomes, especially in moist soil. Its tall pink or purple blooms attract pollinators and return stronger each year.
Yarrow (Achillea)
This hardy perennial spreads both by seed and underground roots, creating wide swaths of ferny foliage topped with flat, colorful flowers. It’s drought-tolerant and loved by pollinators.
Columbine (Aquilegia)
Columbine self-seeds with ease, and the seedlings often create fun color variations. It blooms in spring and is especially useful in woodland or cottage gardens where a natural look is welcome.
Daylilies (Hemerocallis)
Known for their resilience and bright blooms, daylilies form clumps that multiply quickly. Over time, they fill out entire garden beds and require very little upkeep beyond occasional thinning.
Forget-Me-Nots (Myosotis sylvatica)
These tiny blue blooms are charming—and prolific. Forget-me-nots reseed themselves generously each year, especially in moist, shady spots. Let them flower and fade, and you’ll see even more next season.
Bee Balm (Monarda)
Bee balm is a magnet for pollinators—and it spreads fast via rhizomes. Its vibrant, shaggy blooms light up summer gardens, and once it’s established, it multiplies with zero coaxing.
Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia)
This golden-green groundcover grows fast and flows over edges beautifully. It roots wherever it touches soil, creating a lush carpet perfect for container spills, pathways, or shady borders.
Snow-in-Summer (Cerastium tomentosum)
With silvery foliage and delicate white flowers, this low-growing perennial spreads through runners. It’s perfect for rock gardens or dry slopes where it can slowly take over and suppress weeds.
Why work harder when nature can do the multiplying for you? These easy-spreading plants make it simple to build a lush, thriving garden with minimal effort. Plant them once, and enjoy the beauty as they grow—and grow—year after year.
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