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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 5–9Climate Temperate
Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra terminalis) is an evergreen ground cover that thrives in partial to full shade

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Buxaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — Resilient and adaptable, requires minimal care once established
Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra Terminalis) — is a robust evergreen ground cover that provides a lush tapestry of green throughout the year

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