Pachysandra terminalis
Common Name: Japanese spurge, Pachysandra
Type: Evergreen groundcover Family: Buxaceae Hardiness Zone: 4-8 Sunlight: Part to full shade, can become chlorotic in sun Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Humus-rich, acidic soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained Plant Height x Width: 12" H in deep shade, 6" in dappled shade, spreading slowly Leaf: Glossy green leavers cluster at tips of upright stems Flower: Fragrant, white flowers Bloom Time: Late spring to summer Bloom Size: Tiny Maintenance: Prune out only broken and winter-killed stems Landscape use: Use as a groundcover in woodland gardens, moist areas, can compete with tree roots but can overwhelm smaller plants Pest and Disease: Root rot can be a problem Native Range: Japan, Northern-Central China Planting Instructions: Plant 6-12" apart, can become chlorotic in sun Propagation: Softwood cuttings |