Pachysandra terminalis

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

Description

Pachysandra terminalis is a low-growing, shrubby, evergreen perennial groundcover. Grows 8-12 in. high. Shiny, dark green leaves are 2-4 in. long. Small white flowers are borne in 1-2 in. spikes.

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Ground cover

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Park, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.