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Pachysandra terminalis Ground Cover Live Plant
Pachysandra terminalis Ground Cover Live Plant
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SKU: PACHTR 4IN-1
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Evergreen |
| Light Requirement | Partial |
| Soil Condition | Well Drained, Moist |
| Mature Height | 0 - 1ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast-Growing |
| Planting Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
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Description
Pachysandra terminalis (Japanese Spurge) โ Evergreen Groundcover for Shade, Slopes & Woodland Areas
Pachysandra terminalis is one of the most reliable evergreen groundcovers for shaded areas where grass and other plants struggle. Its glossy green foliage forms a dense, low carpet that stays attractive yearโround, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded paths, and slopes that need erosion control. This hardy, lowโmaintenance plant thrives in low light and creates a lush, uniform appearance even in challenging conditions.
Key Features:
โข Evergreen foliage that stays lush yearโround
โข Thrives in full shade and partial shade
โข Forms a dense, compact mat 6โ8 inches tall
โข Lowโmaintenance and resilient once established
โข Excellent for slopes, under trees, and woodland settings
Common Questions:
โข What problem does Pachysandra solve? It fills deeply shaded areas with evergreen coverage, suppresses weeds, and stabilizes soil on slopes and banks.
โข Is it good for beginners? Yes, itโs extremely easy to grow and very forgiving.
โข Will it grow in full shade? Yes, it thrives in full shade and performs well in partial shade.
โข How fast does it spread? It spreads steadily, forming a dense mat when spaced 12 inches apart.
โข Is it drought tolerant? Once established, it handles dry shade well.
Description:
Pachysandra terminalis, commonly called Japanese Spurge, is a classic evergreen groundcover valued for its ability to thrive in deep shade. Its glossy leaves create a uniform carpet that remains attractive throughout the year. This variety excels under trees, along shaded walkways, and on slopes where erosion is a concern. It performs best in wellโprepared soil enriched with compost and spreads steadily to create a cohesive, lowโmaintenance groundcover.
Planting & Care:
โข Spacing: Plant 12 inches apart; 100 plants cover about 100 sq. ft.
โข Soil: Prefers deeply prepared, wellโdrained soil enriched with compost
โข Light: Full shade to partial shade
โข Water: Water regularly during establishment; droughtโtolerant afterward
โข Maintenance: Minimal; prune lightly if needed to maintain shape
Seasonal Notes:
โข Evergreen foliage provides yearโround interest
โข Performs well in dry shade once established
โข Excellent for erosion control on slopes and banks
Ideal Uses:
โข Shaded paths and walkways
โข Under trees and woodland gardens
โข Slopes and hillsides needing erosion control
โข Lowโmaintenance evergreen groundcover
โข Areas where turfgrass will not grow
Explore more options in our ShadeโLoving Groundcovers collection, including Vinca Minor for fastโspreading evergreen coverage.
Order Pachysandra terminalis:
Transform shaded areas of your landscape with the evergreen beauty of Pachysandra terminalis from Greenwood Nursery. Its resilience, dense growth, and yearโround color make it an ideal choice for lowโlight locations and erosionโprone slopes.
Shipping Information:
โข Available Sizes: Shipped as 4-inch pots or Shipped as bare-root divisions
โข Coverage: 100 plants cover approximately 100 sq. ft.
Related Collections:
โข ShadeโLoving Groundcovers
โข Evergreen Groundcovers
โข ErosionโControl Plants
โข Woodland Garden Plants
Planting Instructions
How Your Plants Are Shipped & Care Instructions
To ensure a seamless transition to your garden, please follow the specific steps below based on the type of plant you ordered:
๐ฆ 1. Container-Grown Plants
Our container-grown plants are shipped with fully established root systems nestled in premium potting media.
- Unpack & Water Instantly: Carefully remove the protective packaging and check the soil moisture. Give the pot a thorough watering until moisture runs out the bottom drainage holes.
- Acclimation Period: Place your container plant in a sheltered, partially shaded location for 2 to 3 days to help it recover from transit before moving it to full sun.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the exact same depth it was sitting in its shipping container, gently loosening the outer roots if they are encircling the root ball.
- Moisture Control: Keep the soil consistently damp but never soggy for the first few weeks as the roots expand.
๐ฑ 2. Seedling & Liner Bare-Root Plants
Seedlings and liners are young, vibrant plants shipped without pots to make transit highly efficient.
- Immediate Attention: Unpack immediately upon arrival. If you cannot plant them right away, keep the roots moist and store them in a cool, shaded location out of the wind.
- Hydration First: Soak the roots in a bucket of water for 1 to 2 hours right before planting to wake them up.
- Planting: Spread the roots out naturally in the planting hole. Ensure the crown (where the roots meet the stem) sits right at the soil level. Water thoroughly to settle the soil around the roots.
๐พ 3. Groundcover Bare-Root Plants
Groundcover bare-root bundles (like Vinca minor or Sedum) are shipped dormant or semi-dormant, ready to take off once in the ground.
- Check Moisture: Open the bundle immediately. The packing material around the roots should be damp. If planting is delayed a day or two, lightly mist the roots to keep them from drying out.
- Soak Before Planting: Soak the root systems in water for about an hour before putting them in the ground.
- Spacing & Depth: Plant them at the same depth they were growing previously, firming the soil gently over the roots to eliminate any air pockets. Water heavily right after planting and keep the area consistently moist until established.
Shipping Information
Orders containing only hard goods generally ship right away
as the inventory allows. Those items ship year-round and generally within one
week.
When ordering plants during fall or spring shipping, we will
set your order for theย next available shipping week appropriate for your
location. April and May are our busiest months, and sometimes shipping delays
happen. Plants may be processed later than scheduled or the shipping department may get behind. This is not the norm, but it does sometimes happen. Please bear with us if this happens.
Our bare-root (field-grown) trees and shrubs typically arrive at the facility for shipping in November, December, and January (for fall shipping) and in February, March, April, and May (for spring shipping).
An example ofย month-by-month shippingย would be as follows, as plants are available:
January - zones 9 - 10ย
February - zones 8 - 10ย
March - zones 7 - 10
April - zones 6 - 10
May - zones 5 - 9
June - zones 3 - 8
Julyย - zones 3 - 7
August - zones 4 - 7
September - zones 5 - 8
October - zones 5 (some areas) - 9
November - zones 6 (some areas)ย - 10ย
December - zones 8 - 10
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