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Pachysandra terminalis - Spurge
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Pachysandra terminalis

Spurge

Pachysandra terminalis, or Spurge, has oval-shaped, shiny medium-green leaves forming a dense mat making it a wonderful groundcover choice. Fragrant, spiked white flowers will appear in spring adding even more interest. Use this vigorous groundcover under trees or shrubs where it will form a lovely green carpet. Plants spread by far-reaching underground runners to eventually cover large areas.

Spurge Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade.

Height:

6-12 Inches

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Spread:

12-18 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Characteristics & Attributes for Pachysandra terminalis

Exposure
• Partial Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist
• Dry
• Average
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall
Growth Habit
• Spreading
• Fast Growing
Height
• 4-8 Inches
• 8-12 Inches
Attributes
• Ground Cover
• Drought Tolerant
• Border or Bed
• Great Foliage
• Container
• Mass Planting
• Edging
• Rock Garden
• Evergreen
Foliage Color
• Green
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