Pachysandra terminalis
This invaluable evergreen ground cover provides the perfect solution for shaded areas where other plants struggle. The glossy, dark green foliage creates dense mats that suppress weeds effectively, while the plant's spreading habit ensures excellent coverage with minimal maintenance.
Seasonal Highlights
The evergreen foliage provides constant ground coverage throughout the year. Small white flowers appear in spring, adding a subtle seasonal highlight. The glossy leaves remain attractive in all seasons, including winter when many other plants lose their appeal.
Key Features
- Excellent evergreen ground cover for shade
- Glossy dark green foliage year-round
- Spreads steadily to suppress weeds
- Extremely hardy and low maintenance
- Tolerates dry shade once established
Perfect For
Ideal for covering difficult shaded areas under trees, along north-facing walls, and in woodland gardens. Excellent for steep banks and areas where mowing is impractical. Works well as underplanting for shrubs and as edge softening along pathways.
Growing Tips
Plant in partial to full shade in any reasonable soil. Tolerates dry shade once established but benefits from moisture during establishment. Space plants 20-30cm apart for quicker coverage. Water regularly in first season. Very low maintenance - simply tidy up any winter-damaged leaves in spring.
Looks Great With
Perfect companion for spring bulbs which emerge through the foliage carpet. Complements ferns, hostas and shade-loving shrubs. Works beautifully with hellebores and provides evergreen structure beneath deciduous trees.
An essential plant for creating low-maintenance ground cover in challenging shaded locations throughout the garden.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.