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Japanese Spurge

Pachysandra Terminalis

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Overview

Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra terminalis) is an evergreen ground cover that thrives in partial to full shade. It forms dense mats of rich green foliage up to 10 inches high and spreads about 20 inches wide. Ideal for low-maintenance areas, it sports tiny white blooms in early spring. Hardy in zones 4-8, it's excellent for suppressing weeds, stabilizing soil, and underplanting in woodland gardens. Resilient and adaptable, requires minimal care once established.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–9Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground coverClimate Temperate
Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — where it can form a dense ground cover that outcompetes weeds

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover
Family
Buxaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — and underplanting in woodland gardens
Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — broadleaf evergreen / ground cover for deep shade or half or shade
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