ZZ Plant as Ground Cover? Only in Zones 9–10

A gardener asks if "Zeezee" plant works as ground cover.

It's ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

Named Florida's 2002 Plant of the Year. Tolerates low light, low water, neglect—excellent houseplant. Survives months in total darkness. Pest-resistant.

Not a Ground Cover Below Zone 9

Tropical only. In Zones 7–8 (most of U.S.), it dies outdoors. Indoors, it's a stunning foliage plant. Won't replace hostas or pachysandra in temperate gardens.

Love the look? Grow it in a pot. Need shade ground cover? Try hostas, ferns, or Asiatic jasmine (Zone 7+).