Pachysandra terminalis

Pachysandra

Plant Type: Groundcover

MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade to FULL shade

Fast-growing, dark green glossy evergreen foliage forms dense carpet. Tiny white flower spikes bloom in April. Spreads rapidly by underground stems to form large colonies.

Height

8-12"

Spread

12-24"

Growth Habit

SPILLER (low/trailing)

Landscape Application:

Excellent ground cover for shaded areas under shallow rooted trees.

Pachysandra terminalis Plant Care:

Prefers acidic soil sheltered from winter winds. Avoid overhead watering.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 5 (-20/-10F)

Pachysandra Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Early Season (March - April)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Moderate soil moisture.

Moderate

Special Benefits

Ground Cover

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Pachysandra Additional Information

We have selected a favorite website for more information about this plant:
http://www.perennialresource.com/encyclopedia/view/?plant=645