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Japanese Spurge

A superb ground cover for shady areas and beneath trees and shrubs. Dense, glossy, evergreen foliage keeps out weeds, while spreading roots are excellent for erosion control. Avoid exposure to full sun to prevent leaf burn and yellowing. White flowers.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

Ferns

Hosta

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Japanese Spurge

  • Botanical name

    Pachysandra terminalis

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Shade

  • Height

    6-12" (15-31 cm)

  • Habit

    Spreading

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Green

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Pinch back for fuller appearance

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Fran G.'s collection