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Also Known As

  • Shiny Leaf Pachysandra

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 5"-6"
  • W: 36"-120"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' plant details

Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 120 IN - wide, 5 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rugged, glossy evergreen ground cover for the shade, this baby delivers! Spreading by rhizomes and 8-12” tall, dense enough to preclude weeds. We plant them 12-18” apart for a tight, light eflecting tapestry. Will thrive in moderately well drained soils (but also survives clay) with regular moisture;can take periods of dryness once established. Enjoys shade, even full shade. Tiny white flowers at tips in spring. Deer and critter resistant.
Grow this shiny leaved Pachysandra in an evenly moist yet well drained soil in part shade to full shade. Foliage tends to bleach when grown in too much sun. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Zn 3. White flowers. Glossy green foliage.
This shade loving groundcover will grow in the darkest parts of the garden and underneath the canopy of trees with no problem. 'Green Sheen' has extremely glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant cream flowers. Growth Rate fast

Gardening facts about Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' plant

How to Grow Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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