Wondering what ground cover plants people have had the most success with in South Florida. I don't have a sprinkler system and have limited amounts of reverse osmosis water to use. Mulch seems to either dry out too fast or absorb too much of my precious RO water.
Will doing this stunt the growth of shallow rooted trees like sapodilla?
Mangos don't seem to mind small plants under them but my first thought is I don't think grass is a good idea. I have left a few weeds that might be suitable grow under a few trees.
Ideally I would like something drought resistant, 6 - 12 inches tall or less, nitrogen fixers would be ideal.
Usable herbs or veggies a bonus.
Would some type of peas work during the cooler season as an annual?
I have tried perennial peanut recently but rabbits ate it to nubs. Moved the peanut in with larger potted trees out of the reach of rabbits.
Would rather use a living green mulch.