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Japanese Spurge

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Japanese Spurge

Ground cover

Pachysandra procumbens

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 4–8
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • Perennial
  • pH 5.5–6.5
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  • Overview

    Native American alternative to traditional pachysandra, featuring attractive mottled foliage and fragrant white flower clusters in early spring. This semi-evergreen spreader thrives in deep shade where grass won't grow, creating elegant natural carpets under mature trees. More heat tolerant than its Asian cousin.

  • Planting

    Plant divisions or container plants in spring or fall. Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 5.5–6.5. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 30-60 days from seed.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Slugs, snails, occasional aphids. Common diseases: Leaf blight in humid conditions, root rot in waterlogged soil.