Pachysandra terminalis

Pachysandra terminalis (Japanese Spurge) is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover which spreads via underground runners to form a dense carpet of rich, dark green foliage. Tiny white flower spikes appear in early spring, but the added value of this plant is its attractive foliage. 

• Japanese Spurge' is a creeping perennial forming a mat up to 4 in. tall (10 cm) and 8 in. wide (20 cm). Spreads rapidly to form large colonies.
• A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. This plant is not fussy about soils and tolerates a wide range of conditions. Soils shouldn't be allowed to dry out. Clay soil, dry , soil and drought tolerant! Highly tolerant of urban pollution too.
• Perfect for the shade garden, as groundcover or underplanting shrubs. Great for banks and slopes, erosion control, and woodland gardens.
• A hardy, low-maintenance and forgiving perennial, it is also deer and rabbit resistant. 
• Virtually pest-free and disease free. May be attacked by slugs and snails.
• Propagate by division in spring. Take softwood cuttings in early summer.
• Pachysandra terminalis species is native to Japan. It is considered an exotic invasive in some U.S. states.

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Requirement
Hardiness	4,5,6,7,8
Heat Zones	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Climate Zones	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type	Perennials, Shrubs
Plant Family	Buxaceae
Exposure	Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest	Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	3' - 4'
Spread	7' - 8'
Water Needs	Average
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Evergreen
Garden Styles	City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
Planting Place	Banks and Slopes, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs