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Pachysandra terminalis

Also Known As

  • Japanese Pachysandra
  • Japanese Spurge

Plant type

groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 24"-360"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Pachysandra terminalis plant details

Pachysandra terminalis is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachysandra terminalis

Plant type: groundcover
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 360 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachysandra terminalis

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 3. White flowers. Green foliage. Evergreen.
It slowly makes a very distinct and sophisticated appearance in any garden. Great around trees, or alone in the border or bed.
Sold by the group of 10 plants - a great ground cover for shady areas, creating a mat of foliage 6-8 inches high, spreading by underground roots.. we offer in a group of 10 plants
Top evergreen groundcover for shade. Grows about 8" tall and spreads about 12". Foliage adds rich lush look to any planting. Long time favorite. Awards: Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Recommended by: USNA.

By: Fantastic Plants

Evergreen green glossy leaves; white flowers spring. Tough little groundcover, grows under pines. Zones 6-8.

Gardening facts about Pachysandra terminalis plant

How to Grow Pachysandra terminalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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