Pachysandra terminalis

Japan.

Japanese spurge is a runner-forming and creeping semi-shrub. It usually reaches a height of 20 - 30 cm and is approx. 20 - 50 cm wide. It usually grows 5 - 8 cm per year.

The evergreen leaves of the Japanese spurge are dark green, ovate, whorled and toothed. They are about 6 - 10 cm in size.

The creamy white flowers of the Japanese spurge appear in spikes from April to May.

Pachysandra terminalis is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms spreading, branching roots.

Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

The Japanese spurge has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Park, ground cover, undergrowth

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!
- If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the roots are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

- Fertilise: In the period from March to April
- Watering: In the period from May to September
- Pruning: In the period from February to March.