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Japanese Spurge {25 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Pachysandra terminalis is the common variety (compare with shiny or variegated Pachysandra) and is one of the most popular groundcovers.

If you are considering purchasing this plant in bare root form, please read about bare root plants so you know what to expect.
General information about Pachysandra terminalis (Japanese Spurge):
If you were fortunate to grow up near a forest, this plant will take you back to your childhood wanderings in wonderful woodlands. There is something so natural about this plant, gardeners find her irresistible when hoping to achieve a peaceful feeling.

Of course Pachysandra terminalis, commonly called Japanese Spurge, is also very practical given that it is self-sustaining, always attractive and evergreen year-round, and requires no grooming or pruning. In fact, once established, given shade and moisture, Japanese Spurge promises to eliminate the need for weeding and grass cutting. Essentially, your lawn work stops where this plant starts.

The jade-green veined, oval leaves (1 1/2 to 4 inch) have lightly-toothed edges and serve as a small platter for clusters of delicate creamy-white flowers that appear in the spring and early summer, and make a beautiful statement. This plant is used extensively under large spreading trees, behind buildings, or in other situations too shady for grass to grow. She will transform otherwise bare and ugly ground areas into a whimsical garden world where fairies and gnomes are sure to visit.

It is also very effective as a border plant, along paths, or as driveway edging. One of our most popular because of its maintenance-free nature, it is often chosen for its ability to grow under conifers and in just about any other soil though its favorite is a shaded area with well-drained organically rich loam.

Once established, Japanese Spurge will spread moderately fast by underground rhizomes. Ultimately, this is a lush, lovely groundcover that offers character and a creative atmosphere to any garden.

Things to Note
Pachysandra often takes most of the first season getting established. Spreading will tend to be extremely slow at first and then commence in the second season following the age old adage, “First year she sleeps, second year she creeps, third year she leaps!”

While tolerant of some sun in northern zones, it needs shade in southern zones.

Gardener Tips
Pachysandra is an excellent ground cover for shady areas; overexposure to sun may cause it to turn yellow.
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Outstanding plants
04/09/2020 By Patti Rowlette (OH)
Product reviewed: Japanese Spurge {54 Pots - 2 1/2 in.}

04/09/2020 As always, Classy Groundcovers provides excellent products and service. I will continue to order from them, and already referred them to my brother who just placed his first order.
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04/08/2020 By Larry Borchert (CT)
Product reviewed: Japanese Spurge {50 Bare Root plants}

04/08/2020 Received the 50 root plants on time and in great condition. Stood them upright in a little water until we were ready to plant per instructions on your website. Planted them in a well conditioned 10 x 5 tilled patch under trees near our rock wall... Read full review >
Happy with plants and purchase!!
04/07/2020 By Leah Bedell (PA)
Product reviewed: Japanese Spurge {50 Bare Root plants}

04/07/2020 My order arrived quickly despite COVID-19. Actually faster than I anticipated! They were packed carefully with all plants looking healthy and ready to plant. All plants are planted and doing great. Thank you!

(Just a note: I was nervous about... Read full review >
Outstanding roots
04/03/2020 By Pamela Johnson (MN)
Product reviewed: Japanese Spurge {50 Bare Root plants}

04/03/2020 The plants arrived moist and green, bundled in groups of 50. I appreciated receiving text messages regarding their shipping status so I can plan my planting day. Without hesitation I would order again.
The plants are great!
03/30/2020 By Eileen Nelson (VA)
Product reviewed: Japanese Spurge {50 Bare Root plants}

03/30/2020 They were healthy and ready to be planted and take root.
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Pachysandra terminalis
Pronunciation: pak-ih-SAN-drah ter-min-AL-iss

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