Pachysandra terminalis
Japanese Spurge
Description
Pachysandra terminalis is a low-growing, shrubby, evergreen perennial groundcover. It grows 8"-12" high. Shiny, dark green leaves are 2"-4" long. Small white flowers are borne in 1"-2" spikes.
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.