Pachysandra terminalis Green Sheen (Japanese Spurge)

Noted for its extra-glossy, bright green leaves, award-winning Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen' (Japanese Spurge) is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover with extraordinarily shiny, slightly curled, oval leaves, 2-4 in. long (5-10 cm). Growing via underground runners to form a dense carpet of rich foliage, 'Green Sheen' is a less aggressive spreader than species plants. Tiny white flower spikes appear in mid to late spring, but the real added value of this plant is its attractive foliage. Exceptional performance in deep shade or underneath mature shade trees where grass doesn't grow. 'Green Sheen' is more tolerant of hot climates.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
• Forms a mat up to 6-8 in. tall (15-20 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm).
• A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. This plant is not fussy about soils and tolerates a wide range of conditions. Soils shouldn't be allowed to dry out. Clay soil, dry soil and drought tolerant! Highly tolerant of urban pollution too.
• Perfect for the shade gardens as a groundcover or underplanting shrubs. Great for banks and slopes, erosion control, woodland gardens.
• A hardy, low-maintenance and forgiving perennial, it is also deer and rabbit resistant. 
• Virtually pest-free and disease free. May be attacked by slugs and snails.
• Clumps may be divided every 4 to 5 years, in spring or early fall.
• Pachysandra terminalis species is native to Japan. It is considered an exotic invasive in some U.S. states.
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