Pachysandra terminalis "Green Carpet"

Appearance: creeping subshrub, height 0.15 m, forms dense mats, very slow-growing.

Flowers: white raceme-like inflorescences on the upper parts of the shoots.

Fruits: of little ornamental value.

Leaves: evergreen, obovate, 5-8 cm long, dark green and glossy.

Root system: superficial, forms suckers, sensitive to soil compaction.

Requirements: partial shade/shade, cool moist sites, relatively hardy, sensitive to wind.

Soils: well-drained, fresh or moist, acidic or slightly alkaline; does not grow on heavy soils.

Hardiness zone: 5b