Pachysandra terminalis - P9

Description
The Japanese spurge (Pachysandra terminalis) is a runner-forming, creeping semi-shrub that produces creamy white flowers arranged in spikes. They appear from April to May. The Japanese spurge also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady to shady location with humus-rich, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 30 cm and is approx. 50 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* Easy to care for * Resistant to urban climates

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

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese spurge has good frost hardiness.

Growth
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.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

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

Care
- 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 plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

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

Use
Park, ground cover, undergrowth

Root
Pachysandra terminalis is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.