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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.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    It slowly makes a very distinct and sophisticated appearance in any garden. Great around trees, or alone in the border or bed.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    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

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    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.

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    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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    Pachysandra procumbens

    aka Allegheny Spurge

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • bright shade - shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Pachysandra procumbens foliage by Avant Gardens
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    Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen'

    aka Shiny Leaf Pachysandra

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 5"-6"

    Width: 36"-120"

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' foliage by Little Prince of Oregon
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    Pachysandra terminalis 'Silver Edge'

    aka Pachysandra terminalis 'Silver's Edge', Silver Edge Japanese Spurge

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • bright shade - shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Pachysandra terminalis 'Silver Edge' foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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    Pachysandra procumbens 'Kingsville'

    aka ALLEGHENY SPURGE

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Pachysandra procumbens 'Kingsville' flower, foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Pachysandra procumbens 'Angola'

    aka ALLEGHENY SPURGE

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - shade
    • low
    Photo of Pachysandra procumbens 'Angola' by Edelweiss Perennials
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