Go Back Japanese Pachysandra

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:05 PM
Pachysandra terminalis
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Japanese pachysandra is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover which grows 8-12" high and spreads to form a dense carpet of rich, dark green foliage. Oval leaves appear with tiny white flowers in 1-2" long, terminal spikes bloom in early spring. Flowers are not particularly showy, but on close inspection are quite attractive.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Foliage tends to bleach when grown in too much sun. For use as a ground cover, plant 6-12" apart. Spreads rapidly by underground stems to form large colonies. Avoid overhead watering and thin plants periodically to promote good air circulation, particularly if plants have experienced problems with leaf blight.

    Flower Color

    White

    Foliage Color

    Dark Green

    Plant Spread

    12-18 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    6-12 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    5-9

    Soil Moisture

    Medium water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Ground cover, Evergreen

    Bloom Time

    April

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Part to full shade

    Growth Rate

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    Seasonal Interests

    Winter interest