Groundcovers

Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet'

Green Carpet Japanese pachysandra

Also known as: Japanese spurge

Green Carpet pachysandra foliage

A compact evergreen groundcover with dense, glossy dark green leaves and small white spring flowers. It slowly fills shaded spaces by rhizomes, making a low carpet beneath trees or along a shaded border.

At a glance

Sun: Part shade to full shade
Mature size: 6–8 in. tall × 12–18 in. wide
Water: Medium moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9
Bloom: Small white flowers in April.

Sizes & prices

3.5"Call for price

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerates some dryness once established.
Wet soil: Avoid soggy soil; leaf blight is a risk in crowded, damp plantings.
Clay soil: Tolerates clay if drainage is adequate.
Deer & rabbits: Generally resistant, not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees
Evidence: Species-level guidance; cultivar habitat value varies.

Seasonal interest

Habit: Evergreen, rhizome-spreading carpet.

Growing & care

Soil: Organic, moderately moist, well-drained soil.
Pruning: Thin overcrowded stems for better air circulation.
Placement: Avoid strong sun that can bleach the foliage.

Sources & photo credits

Missouri Botanical Garden

NC State Extension

Photo: Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Green Carpet pachysandra foliage; image resized for web.

Reviewed September 30, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.