Pachysandra terminalis / JAPANESE SPURGE
Pachysandra terminalis, commonly known as Japanese Spurge, is a popular evergreen ground cover that thrives in shady areas, making it ideal for woodland gardens or as an underplanting for trees and shrubs. It features glossy, dark green leaves that create a dense, mat-like carpet, providing excellent coverage in both sun and partial shade. In early spring, small, white, spiky flowers bloom above the foliage, attracting pollinators while adding a subtle decorative touch. This hardy perennial is well-suited for moist, well-drained soil and is perfect for filling in areas where grass struggles to grow. With its low-maintenance nature and ability to withstand both shade and deer, Pachysandra terminalis is a reliable and attractive choice for ground cover.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - greenish yellow
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Pachysandra terminalis, commonly known as Japanese Spurge, is a popular evergreen ground cover that thrives in shady areas, making it ideal for woodland gardens or as an underplanting for trees and shrubs. It features glossy, dark green leaves that create a dense, mat-like carpet, providing excellent coverage in both sun and partial shade. In early spring, small, white, spiky flowers bloom above the foliage, attracting pollinators while adding a subtle decorative touch. This hardy perennial is well-suited for moist, well-drained soil and is perfect for filling in areas where grass struggles to grow. With its low-maintenance nature and ability to withstand both shade and deer, Pachysandra terminalis is a reliable and attractive choice for ground cover.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - greenish yellow
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Pachysandra terminalis, commonly known as Japanese Spurge, is a popular evergreen ground cover that thrives in shady areas, making it ideal for woodland gardens or as an underplanting for trees and shrubs. It features glossy, dark green leaves that create a dense, mat-like carpet, providing excellent coverage in both sun and partial shade. In early spring, small, white, spiky flowers bloom above the foliage, attracting pollinators while adding a subtle decorative touch. This hardy perennial is well-suited for moist, well-drained soil and is perfect for filling in areas where grass struggles to grow. With its low-maintenance nature and ability to withstand both shade and deer, Pachysandra terminalis is a reliable and attractive choice for ground cover.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - greenish yellow
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
