Here are a few ground covers that I like to use to stifle the weeds and tie other plants together in a pleasing manner.
While bulbs provide a lot of flower power in Spring, it is best to accompany them with herbaceous perennials that will outlast bulb foliage.
According to legend, after creation, God gave a name to each plant. When he thought he was finished he heard a little voice say, "What about me?"