Pachysandra terminalis

Creeping semi-shrub like a perennial, up to 0.3 m tall, slow-growing.

Terminal white panicles, end of April to May.

inconspicuous.

Evergreen, thick, reverse ovoid, 5-8 cm long, fresh green to shiny medium green.

Flat, forming runners, very sensitive to soil compaction, tolerate root pressure from trees.

Light shade to shade, does not like sun; cool, humid areas; usually frost hardy; tolerates urban areas; sensitive to wind.

Well drained, fresh to moist, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil, sandy or loamy humus; heavy soil is unsuitable.

Fallen leaves disappear underneath the foliage of Pachysandra and so do not generally need cleaning.

Zone 5b