Photo of Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant' by Patricia Cunningham

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Buy Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

3.5 inch pot | $17

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Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant' plant details

Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall and spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and spring
Uses: edging plant, fragrant, repeat-blooming, spreading, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Good looking, glossy evergreen foliage on 4-6”tall spreading stems that require no maintenance, smothers weeds in filtered to deep shade. An Asian selection made by Dan Hinkley, this ‘Pachy’ has white, spidery FRAGRANT flowers in spring and often repeats in fall. Thrives in decently drained garden soils with regular water; plant 3’ apart for a tough, easy, sweet smelling ground cover.

Gardening facts about Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant' plant

How to Grow Pachysandra axillaris 'Windcliff Fragrant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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