Hello,

Here is some information on groundcovers in Michigan. Information from other states was provided as well - (Just make sure that whatever groundcover plant you chose can grow in Michigan)

If the soil has not been tested in the last 3 years - You may want to get a soil test - go to this links:

https://homesoiltest.msu.edu/

https://homesoiltest.msu.edu/get-started

Smart gardeners replace worn-out turf with thrifty ground covers at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/smart_gardeners_replace_worn_out_turf_with_thrifty_ground_covers

Shady lawn alternatives (section on groundcovers) at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/shady_lawn_alternatives

Groundcovers (University of Maryland) at this link: https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/flowers/groundcovers

From the Ground Up - Groundcovers to Know and Use (University of Illinois) at this link: https://web.extension.illinois.edu/groundcovers/care.cfm

GROUNDCOVERS: PLANTING AND CARE - (Clemson Univ) at this link: https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/groundcovers/

Shade Tolerant Trees, Shrubs, and Groundcovers (Penn State University) at this link: https://extension.psu.edu/shade-tolerant-trees-shrubs-and-groundcovers

Ground Covers (Cornell University) at this link: http://rocklandcce.org/resources/ground-covers

Hope this helps!!