Life Cycle
Perennial evergreen groundcover.
Plant Characteristics
Glossy evergreen foliage
Growth Habit
Low
Bloom Season
Spring (small white flowers).
Flavour Profile
Ornamental groundcover β not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Evergreen perennial groundcover.
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
6β12 inches
Light Requirement
Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate moisture.
Hardiness Zones
4β9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
6β12 inches.
Planting Depth
ΒΌ inch
Growing Conditions
Moist
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Pachysandra be used as an evergreen groundcover beneath trees?
Can Pachysandra be used as an evergreen groundcover beneath trees?
Yes, its low-growing form can create a continuous foliage layer beneath taller trees where suitable shaded conditions are available
How can Pachysandra be combined with ferns?
How can Pachysandra be combined with ferns?
Ferns can add contrasting leaf shapes and textures while occupying a similar shaded garden setting
Can Pachysandra be planted along a woodland pathway?
Can Pachysandra be planted along a woodland pathway?
Yes, its spreading growth can create a soft green edge along shaded paths when sufficient room is left for the planting to expand
How can Pachysandra cover open areas between shrubs?
How can Pachysandra cover open areas between shrubs?
Planting groups with appropriate spacing can allow the groundcover to gradually fill open spaces and create a more unified planting layer
Can Pachysandra be used around shaded garden structures?
Can Pachysandra be used around shaded garden structures?
Yes, it can complement walls, fences, and other structures by providing low evergreen foliage around their base
How can Pachysandra be kept within a defined planting area?
How can Pachysandra be kept within a defined planting area?
Regularly removing unwanted spreading growth can help prevent it from extending beyond the intended garden bed